2026 ENT Coding Update and More
Stay compliant. Reduce denials.
Capture appropriate reimbursement in 2026.
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ICD-10-CM Update
Newly added nasal valve collapse codes (J34.82- series)
Internal vs external nasal valve collapse
Static vs dynamic collapse — and why it matters
Newly added nasal valve collapse codes (J34.82- series)
Internal vs external nasal valve collapse
Static vs dynamic collapse — and why it matters
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Nasal Valve Repair
Intranasal cryotherapy & radiofrequency procedures
(RhinAer®, ClariFix®, Vivaer®)Nasal swell body treatment (30117) — what CPT actually says
Intranasal cryotherapy & radiofrequency procedures
(RhinAer®, ClariFix®, Vivaer®)Nasal swell body treatment (30117) — what CPT actually says
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Audit Alert!
Are you coding 69620 vs 69610 correctly?
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Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Failing to use the bundled ethmoid and sphenoid codes introduced in 2018 is a common coding mistake in ENT practices.
Failing to use the bundled ethmoid and sphenoid codes introduced in 2018 is a common coding mistake in ENT practices.
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Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
Diagnostic nasal endoscopy continues to be a top denial for payors. Does your documentation meet the criteria? How are you/your team appealing these denials?
Diagnostic nasal endoscopy continues to be a top denial for payors. Does your documentation meet the criteria? How are you/your team appealing these denials?
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Endoscopic Sinus Debridement
Endoscopic sinus debridement is another top denial in ENT practices. Proper coding, documentation, reporting, and denial management are all key factors.
Endoscopic sinus debridement is another top denial in ENT practices. Proper coding, documentation, reporting, and denial management are all key factors.
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Expert-Backed Content
ENT Coding “Hot Topics” (High-Risk Areas)
Intranasal cryotherapy & radiofrequency procedures
(ClariFix®, RhinAer®, Vivaer®)Nasal swell body treatment (30117) — what CPT actually says
Correct use of bilateral coding vs modifier-52
Common payer coverage issues and how to avoid mistakes
Newly added nasal valve collapse codes (J34.82- series)
Internal vs external nasal valve collapse
Static vs dynamic collapse — and why it matters
Coding the underlying cause first (e.g., septal deviation)
ICD-10-CM Updates for ENT
Kim Pollock, RN, MBA, CPC
Nationally recognized otolaryngology coding expert
Owner, Kim Pollock Consulting
Experienced ENT nurse, administrator, consultant, and speaker
Invited speaker for AAO-HNSF and national specialty organizations
Published author and co-author of The Essential Guide to Coding in Otolaryngology
Known for clear, defensible, payer-aware guidance
Denial Management That Actually Works
Diagnostic nasal endoscopy (31231)
Endoscopic sinus debridement (31237)
Required documentation elements
Examples of insufficient vs defensible notes
Appeal language you can use immediately
Overview of new, revised, and deleted CPT® codes
New hearing aid CPT codes
New thyroid ablation codes (60660, +60661)