69020 drainage external aud canal abscess
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: ear canal abscess drainage, external canal I&D
Drainage of abscess in external auditory canal using local incision and drainage technique.
Clinical Context
Used for external auditory canal infections. Common indications include otitis externa with abscess, malignant otitis externa, or post-traumatic abscess.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.49 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.27 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.21 |
| Total RVU | 6.97 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$232.80
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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