69550 excision aurl glomus tumor trnscanl
Also known as: glomus tumor removal, paraganglioma excision, jugular paraganglioma surgery
Excision of aural glomus tumor via transcranial approach, removing a highly vascular neuroendocrine tumor of the jugular bulb or temporal bone.
Clinical Context
Used for tinnitus, pulsatile otalgia, conductive hearing loss from mass effect, or when imaging reveals glomus jugulare or tympanicum. Requires careful vascular management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.87 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.86 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.58 |
| Total RVU | 29.31 |
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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