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Office or other outpatient visit
Evaluation and management of an established patient...
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This code is for use in medical billing and coding.
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This code is part of the section of CPT codes.
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management...
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This description reflects the 2021 E/M coding guidelines.
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codes are used to report evaluation and management services provided in various settings.
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RVUs are used to determine the fee for a service under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.
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This code is commonly used by primary care providers, but may be used by any specialty providing office visits.
Significant, separately identifiable E/M service
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Modifiers provide additional information about the service provided.
Detail About CPT 31570
Related Codes Table
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 31571 | Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), diagnostic |
| 31575 | Laryngoscopy, indirect; with stroboscopy |
| 31579 | Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic |
| 31580 | Laryngoscopy, flexible; with biopsy |
| 31582 | Laryngoscopy, flexible; with removal of lesion(s) |
Commonly Billed With
CPT 31570 is commonly billed with CPT codes 31505 (Laryngoplasty) and 31599 (Unlisted procedure, larynx).
Clinical Scenarios
Laryngeal papillomatosis treatment:
CPT 31570 is used for direct laryngoscopy with therapeutic injection into vocal cords to treat laryngeal papillomatosis.
Vocal cord paralysis management:
This code may be used in cases of vocal cord paralysis where therapeutic injection is required for management.
Vocal cord nodules treatment:
In cases of vocal cord nodules, direct laryngoscopy with therapeutic injection may be performed using CPT 31570.
FAQ
What is the purpose of CPT 31570?
CPT 31570 is used for direct laryngoscopy with therapeutic injection into vocal cords for treatment purposes.
When should CPT 31570 be reported?
This code should be reported when a direct laryngoscopy is performed along with a therapeutic injection into the vocal cords.
Can CPT 31570 be used for diagnostic purposes?
No, CPT 31570 is specifically for therapeutic injections into the vocal cords during a direct laryngoscopy.
Are there any age restrictions for reporting CPT 31570?
No, there are no specific age restrictions associated with reporting CPT code 31570.
Is prior authorization required for CPT 31570?
Prior authorization requirements may vary based on the insurance provider and clinical scenario. It's recommended to check with the payer before performing the procedure.
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