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CPT 31646 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: February 2026

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.

Bronchoscopy Rigid Or Flexible Including Fluoroscopic Guidance When Performed; With Therapeutic Aspiration Of Tracheobronchial Tree Subsequent Same Hospital Stay (Desc Revised 1/1/2018)
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

GC - Service performed by resident under supervision

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 31646

National average reimbursement for CPT 31646 by major payers:

bcbs

$262.17

uhc

$263.72

aetna

$267.76

cigna

$277.05

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For billing codeCPT 31646
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United
31646$44.001306486634 - FREDERICKSBURG ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC834398314 - (VA) FREDERICKSBURG ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLCVAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$256.261649547712 - OMAR RIVERA-RIVERA350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INCPRFamily Medicine Physician (207Q00000X)
United
31646$394.001871513705 - SQUAW PEAK SURGICAL FACILITY INC860889294 - (AZ) SQUAW PEAK SURGICAL FACILITY INCAZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$882.001952874182 - SAME DAY SC OF CENTRAL NJ LLC831832261 - (NJ) SAME DAY SC OF CENTRAL NJ LLCNJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$864.001780331769 - ASC SURGICAL VENTURES, LLC351995261INAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$256.261548557721 - JASON BOOTH350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INCINAnesthesiology Physician (207L00000X)
United
31646$688.001346237328 - VICTORIA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LP, THE SURGERY CENTER352240144 - (TX) VICTORIA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LPTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$90.001639386659 - MIDWEST EYE CONSULTANTS, P.C., CLI SURGERY CENTER351845786 - (IN) MIDWEST EYE CONSULTANTS, P.C.INAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$907.001134183908 - NORTH PALM BEACH COUNTY SURGERY CENTER LLC752424900 - (FL) NORTH PALM BEACH COUNTY SURGERY CENTER LLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$1103.001669748125 - RIVERVIEW SURGERY CENTER LLC452951941 - (IN) RIVERVIEW SURGERY CENTER LLCINAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$500.001912909169 - KIPS BAY ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC134243635 - (NY) KIPS BAY ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLCNYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$256.261063823193 - HENDY JEAN350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INCINInternal Medicine Physician (207R00000X)
United
31646$113.001578643607 - PAIN CENTER LLC331048492 - (AR) THE PAIN CENTER OF JONESBORO, LLCARAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$70.001720161771 - EYE CARE SURGERY CENTER OF OLIVE BRANCH,LLC470920340MSAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
31646$191.001831217231 - THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER AT BAINBRIDGE LLC205430025 - (OH) THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER AT BAINBRIDGE LLCOHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 31646 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes

The CPT 31646 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 31646 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
31643-CPTModerateBronchoscopy, Rigid Or Flexible, Including Fluorscopic Guidance, When Performed; Diagnostic, With Placement Of Catheter(S) For Intacavitary Radioelement Application
31645-CPTModerateBronchoscopy Rigid Or Flexible Including Fluoroscopic Guidance When Performed; With Therapeutic Aspiration Of Tracheobronchial Tree Initial. (Desc Revised 1/1/2018)
31646-CPTModerateBronchoscopy Rigid Or Flexible Including Fluoroscopic Guidance When Performed; With Therapeutic Aspiration Of Tracheobronchial Tree Subsequent Same Hospital Stay (Desc Revised 1/1/2018)
31647-CPTModerateBronchoscopy, Rigid Or Flexible, Including Fluoroscopic Guidance, When Performed; With Balloon Occlusion, When Performed, Assessment Of Air Leak, Airway Sizing, And Insertion Of Bronchial Valve(S), Initial Lobe

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 31646. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 31646 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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