Tympanoplasty, with or without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy, or fenestration); without ossicular chain reconstruction

CPT code 69801 corresponds to the insertion of tympanostomy tubes, a common otolaryngological procedure. This code is essential for accurately documenting interventions addressing chronic otitis media and related ear conditions, providing a standardized language for billing and reimbursement in the healthcare domain.

Details

CPT code:

69801

Category:

Category I

Section:

Surgery

Specialty:

Otolaryngology

Type:

Otolaryngology

The insertion of tympanostomy tubes (CPT code 69801) is a well-established surgical procedure in otolaryngology, commonly performed to manage chronic otitis media and associated ear conditions. This intervention involves creating a small incision in the eardrum to insert tiny tubes, facilitating the drainage of fluid from the middle ear...

Under what category does Tympanoplasty, with or without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy, or fenestration); without ossicular chain reconstruction fall?

Category I

What is the billing unit for Tympanoplasty, with or without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy, or fenestration); without ossicular chain reconstruction?

Per Procedure

Modifiers

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Clinical use

Insertion of Tympanostomy Tubes: Insertion of tubes into the eardrum for ear conditions.

Documentation

Documentation should include the indication for tube insertion, findings, and details of the procedure.

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