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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.
Reconstruct Vocal Cords, Surgery To Remove An Abnormal Formation From The Vocal Cords And Attached Cartilage (Arytenoid Process). A Temporary Graft May Be Used To Reconstruct The Tissues.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 52 - Reduced Services AG - Primary physician 82 - Assistant surgeon - no qualified resident |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 31580 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 31580 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 31580 by major payers:
$1,539.20
$1,621.90
$1,733.65
$2,056.06
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CPT 31580
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Southwest Connecticut Surgery Center, LLC
$5,731.00Published rateThe Surgery Center At Tgh Brandon Healthplex LLC
$3,600.00Published rateNorthern N.J. Endoscopy Center, L.L.C.
Northern Nj Endoscopy Center LLC
$3,000.00Published rateMwgi LLC, Brandywine Valley Endoscopy Center
Mwgi LLC
$1,691.00Published rateBrittany Murray
Deaconess Hospital Inc
$1,008.76Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 31580 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes
The CPT 31580 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 31580 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 31551-CPT | High | Reconstruct Vocal Cords, Surgery To Remove An Abnormal Formation From The Vocal Cords And Attached Cartilage (Arytenoid Process). A Temporary Graft May Be Used To Reconstruct The Tissues. |
| 31554-CPT | High | Reconstruct Vocal Cords, Surgery To Remove An Abnormal Formation From The Vocal Cords And Attached Cartilage (Arytenoid Process). A Temporary Graft May Be Used To Reconstruct The Tissues. |
| 31580-CPT | High | Reconstruct Vocal Cords, Surgery To Remove An Abnormal Formation From The Vocal Cords And Attached Cartilage (Arytenoid Process). A Temporary Graft May Be Used To Reconstruct The Tissues. |
| 31587-CPT | High | Laryngoplasty Cricoid Split, Laryngoplasty Cricoid Split Without Graft Placement |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 31580. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 31580 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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