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CPT 31090 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Sinusotomy Unilateral Three, Sinusotomy Unilateral Three Or More Paranasal Sinuses(Frontal Maxillary Ethmoid Sphenoid) Sinusotomy Unilateral Three Or More Paranasal Sinuses
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System

Common Place of Service

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

Common Modifiers

None

50 - Bilateral Procedure

LT - Left side of body

RT - Right side of body

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 31090
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 31090

National average reimbursement for CPT 31090 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,401.46

uhc

$1,344.92

aetna

$1,462.60

cigna

$1,747.83

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CPT 31090
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  1. University Of Kansas Hospital

    University Of Kansas Hospital Authority

    KSAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1164776266Tax ID 48-1202402

    $6,903.00Published rate
  2. Jefferson Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC

    Jefferson Ambulatory Surgery C

    LAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1669586376Tax ID 20-2349222

    $3,000.00Published rate
  3. The Physicians' North Atlanta Surgery Center LLC

    The Physicians North Atlanta Surgery Center LLC

    GAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1598921819Tax ID 20-4676137

    $2,092.00Published rate
  4. Lincoln Digestive Health Center LLC

    NEAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1548710775Tax ID 37-1833798

    $1,743.00Published rate
  5. Outpatient Surgical Care Ltd

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1073579256Tax ID 86-0525610

    $833.00Published rate

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CPT 31090 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes

The CPT 31090 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 31090 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
31090-CPTHighSinusotomy Unilateral Three, Sinusotomy Unilateral Three Or More Paranasal Sinuses(Frontal Maxillary Ethmoid Sphenoid) Sinusotomy Unilateral Three Or More Paranasal Sinuses
31200-CPTModerateRemoval Of Sinus Tissue, Surgery To Remove Tissue From The Sinus Between The Eye And Nose (Ethmoid Sinus). The Procedure Is Done To Enable The Sinus To Drain Properly.
31201-CPTHighRemoval Of Sinus Tissue, Surgery To Remove Tissue From The Sinus Between The Eye And Nose (Ethmoid Sinus). The Procedure Is Done To Enable The Sinus To Drain Properly.
31253-CPTModerateNasalsinus Endoscopy Surgica, Nasalsinus Endoscopy Surgical With Ethmoidectomy Total (Anterior And Posterior) Including Frontal Sinus Exploration With Removal Of Tissue From Frontal Sinus When Performed Imary Procedure) Tery Disease Data Preparation And Transmission A

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 31090. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 31090 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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