CPT 31237 Fee Schedule
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System |
| Common Place of Service | • 11 - Office • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • 50 - Bilateral Procedure • None • 79 - Unrelated procedure - postop period |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for CPT 31237 by major payers:
$312.98
$359.13
$400.79
$447.32
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 31237 | $582.86 | 1043294655 - SAMSON LEE | 911606533 - (WA) PROLIANCE SURGEONS, INC., P.S. | WA | Otolaryngology Physician (207Y00000X) |
United | 31237 | $388.04 | 1013913938 - ANTHONY CARUSO | 911996643 - (WA) SURGICAL ASSOCIATES NORTHWEST, PC | WA | Urology Physician (208800000X) |
United | 31237 | $374.92 | 1265701965 - NORTHWEST PHYSICAL MEDICINE PS, BELLEVUE WELLNESS | 454100776 - (WA) NORTHWEST PHYSICAL MEDICINE PS | WA | Multi-Specialty Group (193200000X) |
United | 31237 | $223.67 | 1912297219 - SYLVIA CASTRO | 301015620 - (WA) PRIME CARE PLLC | WA | Multi-Specialty Group (193200000X) |
United | 31237 | $589.07 | 1437300829 - PROVIDENCE HEALTH & SERVICES, PMG NW WA MC PEDIATRICS | 320261234 | WA | Multi-Specialty Group (193200000X) |
United | 31237 | $290.30 | 1750932877 - AMERICAN ONCOLOGY PARTNERS, P.A. | 824681345 | WA | Multi-Specialty Group (193200000X) |
United | 31237 | $647.72 | 1588076624 - ZIHO LEE | 363097297 - NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE | WA | Urology Physician (208800000X) |
United | 31237 | $535.13 | 1437239423 - JANE MILLER | 911220843 - ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS | WA | Urology Physician (208800000X) |
United | 31237 | $589.07 | 1336163005 - GLYN MARSH | 300502262 | WA | Otolaryngology Physician (207Y00000X) |
United | 31237 | $568.84 | 1891226130 - CARLOS GREEN | 910369070 - (WA) THE POLYCLINIC, PLLC | MI | Otolaryngology Physician (207Y00000X) |
United | 31237 | $411.00 | 1689682585 - | 910937397 - STANLEY HERSCHBERG, DO, PS | WA | Otolaryngology Physician (207Y00000X) |
United | 31237 | $318.63 | 1780612887 - STEVEN MCCLEAN | 912181322 - (WA) STEVEN P. MCCLEAN, MD, PC | WA | Allergy & Immunology Physician (207K00000X) |
United | 31237 | $449.88 | 1013913938 - ANTHONY CARUSO | 911996643 - (WA) SURGICAL ASSOCIATES NORTHWEST, PC | WA | Urology Physician (208800000X) |
United | 31237 | $703.91 | 1366029977 - KARINA BODEMEIJER | 910565539 - (WA) VIRGINIA MASON MEDICAL CENTER | WA | Multi-Specialty Group (193200000X) |
United | 31237 | $449.88 | 1871915587 - PARAMOUNT TREATMENT OPTIONS | 464254896 - (WA) PARAMOUNT TREATMENT OPTIONS | WA | Multi-Specialty Group (193200000X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 31237 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes
The CPT 31237 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 31237 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.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 31233-CPT | Moderate | Nasal/Sinus Endoscopy Diagnostic; With Maxillary Sinusoscopy (Via Inferior Meatus Or Canine Fossa Puncture) (Desc Rvsd 1/1/20) |
| 31235-CPT | Moderate | Nasal/Sinus Endoscopy Diagnostic; With Sphenoid Sinusoscopy (Via Puncture Of Sphenoidal Face Or Cannulation Of Ostium) (Desc Rvsd 1/1/20) |
| 31237-CPT | Moderate | Nasal/Sinus Endoscopy, Surgical; With Biopsy, Polypectomy Or Debridement (Separate Procedure) |
| 31240-CPT | Moderate | Nasal/Sinus Endoscopy, Surgical; W/Biopsy, Polypectomy Or Debridement (Separate Procedure) With Concha Bullosa Resection |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 31237. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 31237 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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