69421 Incision of eardrum
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: myringotomy with tubes, tympanostomy tubes
Incision of tympanum with ventilation tube insertion for management of chronic effusion or infection.
Clinical Context
Used for chronic otitis media with effusion. Common indications include recurrent or chronic middle ear effusion, conductive hearing loss, or chronic otitis media.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.74 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.14 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.25 |
| Total RVU | 4.13 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$137.94
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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