92502 Ear and throat examination
Also known as: ear exam, otoscopy
Otoscopic examination and hearing assessment; evaluation of ear canal, tympanum, and auditory function.
In Plain Language
ear and hearing examination; ear exam with hearing check
Clinical Context
Used for comprehensive ear and hearing evaluation in patients with ear pain, hearing loss, or following infections. Common initial assessment for ear-related complaints.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.47 |
| Total RVU | 1.47 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.47, this code ranks in the 69th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.9x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92502?
CPT 92502 (Ear and throat examination) is a Medicine code. Otoscopic examination and hearing assessment; evaluation of ear canal, tympanum, and auditory function.
Who uses CPT code 92502?
CPT 92502 is used by Otolaryngology, Audiology. Used for comprehensive ear and hearing evaluation in patients with ear pain, hearing loss, or following infections. Common initial assessment for ear-related complaints.
When is CPT 92502 used?
Used for comprehensive ear and hearing evaluation in patients with ear pain, hearing loss, or following infections. Common initial assessment for ear-related complaints.
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