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Last Verified: September 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.
Vocal Cord Injection, An Exam Of The Vocal Cords Using A Scope (Laryngoscopy). The Procedure Injects Medication Into The Vocal Cords.
| 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 | None 50 - Bilateral Procedure LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 31574 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 31574 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 31574 by major payers:
$1,101.76
$1,335.85
$1,397.66
$424.39
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CPT 31574
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
Greenville Surgery Center, LLC, Texas Health Surgery Center Dallas
Greenville Surgery Center LLC
$2,392.00Published rateCei Physicians Psc, LLC, Cvp Surgery Center
Cincinnati Eye Institute
$1,298.00Published rateLancaster Surgery Center, Inc.
Lancaster Surgery Center Inc
$800.00Published rateMcallen Surgical Specialty Center Ltd
Mcallen Surgical Specialty Center
$620.00Published rateCapital Womens Care LLC, Frederick Ob/Gyn Ambulatory Surgery Center
Capital Womens Care, LLC
$493.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 31574 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes
The CPT 31574 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 31574 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 31502-CPT | Low | Tracheotomy Tube Change Prior To Fistula |
| 31570-CPT | Moderate | Vocal Cord Injection, An Exam Of The Vocal Cords Using A Scope (Laryngoscopy). The Procedure Injects Medication Into The Vocal Cords. |
| 31573-CPT | Moderate | Largsc W Ther Injection, Laryngoscopy Flexible With Therapeutic Injection S Eg Chemodenervation Agent Or Corticosteroid Injected Percutaneous Transoral Or Via Endoscope Channel Unilateral |
| 31574-CPT | High | Vocal Cord Injection, An Exam Of The Vocal Cords Using A Scope (Laryngoscopy). The Procedure Injects Medication Into The Vocal Cords. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 31574. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 31574 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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