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Vocal Cord Repositioning For A Paralyzed Cord

Ohio rates for HCPCS 31591

Moves a paralyzed vocal cord inwards so it can meet its partner when the person speaks. Working through a small opening in the neck, the surgeon places a shaped implant or shim against the cord to hold it in the new position. It is done on one side, for a weak, breathy voice or choking on liquids caused by a cord that no longer moves.

Rates data updated July 2026.

Facilitymedian $7,079 · 10th–90th $1,950$12,5890%10%10th90th$7,079$1.0K$2.0K$5.0K$10.0K$20.0K

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Facility and professional rates are different services and are charted separately. Need provider-level prices? Contact us.

Insurance Carrier
Aetna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$1,905.46
Median
$7,079.46
Typical High
$12,589.25
Aetna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
50 · Both sides
Typical Low
$5,495.41
Median
$5,495.41
Typical High
$17,378.01
Anthem BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$2,238.72
Median
$4,365.16
Typical High
$16,982.44
CareSource
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$1,023.29
Median
$1,096.48
Typical High
$1,230.27
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$933.25
Median
$1,737.80
Typical High
$21,379.62
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$21,379.62
Median
$21,379.62
Typical High
$21,379.62
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$3,311.31
Median
$6,309.57
Typical High
$11,748.98