CPT^® 31530, Under Endoscopy Procedures on the Larynx

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 31530 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Endoscopy Procedures on the Larynx.

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Summary

The provider uses a laryngoscope to look directly inside the larynx, which is the voice box, to detect the presence of any foreign bodies. The provider uses a forceps to remove the foreign body. This code represents an operative procedure.

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CPT Laryngoscopy, direct, operative w/no FB Removal

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Exam Results

[QUOTE="MLMiksch, post: 14773, member: 31530"]I also took my CPC in San Antonio, Tx on 05.17.08.... We must have taken it together........18 days later......I still don't have my Exam Results, do you?... [ Read More ]

Failed my exam..

[b]It Should Not Be Any Longer[/b] [QUOTE="MLMiksch, post: 14533, member: 31530"]I took my CPC in San Antonio, TX on 05.17.08 and I'm still waiting for the results....This is killing me....how much l... [ Read More ]

Just Certified

[QUOTE="MLMiksch, post: 11128, member: 31530"]I too am certified for my CCA from AHIMA. My question is How do I get the "A" off or do I have to take the CCS also? How do I go about getting my CCS w... [ Read More ]

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