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CPT 31614: Revision of Tracheostoma with Flap Rotation
CPT code 31614 represents a surgical revision of a tracheostoma involving flap rotation to revise the opening into the trachea. This code captures procedures intended to restore or improve tracheostoma function and anatomic integrity, and it is relevant for surgical specialties managing airway stomas, including otolaryngology and thoracic surgery. Nationally, accurate use of this code supports appropriate surgical reporting, quality monitoring, and payment for airway reconstruction services. Key payers referenced in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of clinical context for tracheostoma revision, benchmarks for coding and reporting, payer coverage considerations, and common billing modifiers used alongside this code. The publication also summarizes typical sites of service and scenarios where this code is applicable. Data not available in the input is noted where applicable for elements such as associated taxonomies, specific ICD-10 diagnoses, and related procedure codes.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 31614 describes a surgical revision with flap rotation of the opening, or stoma, into the trachea (windpipe). This procedure entails altering and rotating tissue flaps to revise the tracheostoma and improve function, patency, or fit.
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Service type: Surgical revision of a tracheostoma with flap rotation
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Typical site of service: Hospital operating room or ambulatory surgery center (inpatient or outpatient surgical settings)