69440 Exploration of middle ear
Also known as: middle ear exploration, mastoid antrum exploration
Surgical exploration of the middle ear (mastoid antrum and middle ear cleft) to visualize and address middle ear pathology.
Clinical Context
Used to evaluate and treat middle ear disease including infection, cholesteatoma, ossicular discontinuity, or to establish middle ear ventilation. Common in pediatric and adult patients with chronic or acute otitis media.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.52 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.06 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.11 |
| Total RVU | 18.69 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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