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0951T Tot implant amei first plmt

Category III

Also known as: ear implant, ossicular implant

Total implantation of artificial middle ear implant device at first placement. Surgical insertion of ossicular prosthesis.

In Plain Language

Hearing device implant; Ear bone implant

Clinical Context

Surgical implantation of total artificial middle ear device for conductive hearing loss.

RVU Information

CPT 0951T does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Category III codes for emerging technology do not receive RVU assignments. Reimbursement is negotiated with individual payers.

Billing & Documentation

Category III codes are temporary codes for emerging technology, services, and procedures. They are not assigned RVU values by CMS. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer — check with individual insurers before billing. These codes sunset after 5 years if not converted to Category I.

Specialties

OtologyOtolaryngology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 0951T?

CPT 0951T (Tot implant amei first plmt) is a Category III code. Total implantation of artificial middle ear implant device at first placement. Surgical insertion of ossicular prosthesis.

Is 0951T a permanent CPT code?

No — 0951T is a Category III temporary code for emerging technology. It may be converted to a permanent Category I code if widely adopted. Category III codes expire after 5 years without renewal.

When is CPT 0951T used?

Surgical implantation of total artificial middle ear device for conductive hearing loss.

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