69150 Extensive ear canal surgery
Also known as: canal wall reconstruction, canal revision surgery
Extensive surgery of external auditory canal including canal wall reconstruction and resurfacing procedures.
In Plain Language
major ear canal surgery; ear canal wall repair
Clinical Context
Used for extensive ear canal pathology. Common indications include canal cholesteatoma, canal wall down mastoidectomy, canal stricture, or reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.27 |
| Total RVU | 13.27 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 13.27, this code ranks in the 68th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 69150?
CPT 69150 (Extensive ear canal surgery) is a Surgery code. Extensive surgery of external auditory canal including canal wall reconstruction and resurfacing procedures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 69150?
The work RVU for CPT 69150 is 13.27. This code is primarily used by Otolaryngology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 69150 used?
Used for extensive ear canal pathology. Common indications include canal cholesteatoma, canal wall down mastoidectomy, canal stricture, or reconstruction.
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