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CPT 31575: Flexible Laryngoscopy, Diagnostic Examination
CPT code 31575 represents a diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy — a minimally invasive endoscopic exam of the larynx used to identify structural or functional abnormalities of the voice box. Nationally, this code is an important part of otolaryngology and voice disorder evaluation workflows and influences outpatient ENT service utilization and reimbursement patterns. Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of CPT code 31575, including clinical context for its use, typical sites of service (primarily office and ambulatory outpatient settings), and the role the procedure plays in the diagnostic pathway for patients with voice, airway, or swallowing complaints. The publication summarizes common billing considerations, lists commonly applied modifiers when present in submitted claims, and highlights where data is present or missing. It also provides guidance on what to expect in payer coverage scope at a high level and signals areas where payers commonly require clinical documentation. Data not available in the input is noted where applicable. This resource is aimed at clinicians, billing professionals, and policy analysts seeking a compact national-level reference for CPT code 31575.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 31575 describes a diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy, in which a provider uses a flexible laryngoscope to visually examine the larynx (voice box) to detect abnormalities. The procedure is a diagnostic endoscopic evaluation of the larynx performed to assess voice, airway, swallowing concerns, or suspected lesions.
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Service type: Diagnostic endoscopic examination of the larynx
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Typical site of service: Office or ambulatory outpatient setting (clinic, otolaryngology/ENT office) where flexible endoscopic visualization is performed