69200 Clear outer ear canal
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: cerumen removal, earwax removal, cerumen impaction
Removal of impacted cerumen (earwax) or debris from external auditory canal using cerumen spoon or vacuum.
Clinical Context
Used for cerumen impaction causing hearing loss or discomfort. Common indications include impacted earwax or excessive debris.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.59 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.11 |
| Total RVU | 2.45 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$81.83
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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