69620 Myringoplasty
Also known as: myringoplasty, tympanoplasty, eardrum grafting, perforation repair
Myringoplasty is the surgical repair of the tympanic membrane using a graft material (cartilage, bone, or fascia) to restore its integrity.
In Plain Language
eardrum patching with graft material; grafting the eardrum
Clinical Context
Used for chronic perforations, conductive hearing loss, or preventing recurrent infection. Commonly performed with canal wall up cholesteatoma surgery or as standalone procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.88 |
| Total RVU | 5.88 |
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 5.88, this code ranks in the 39th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 69620?
CPT 69620 (Myringoplasty) is a Surgery code. Myringoplasty is the surgical repair of the tympanic membrane using a graft material (cartilage, bone, or fascia) to restore its integrity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 69620?
The work RVU for CPT 69620 is 5.88. This code is primarily used by otolaryngology, surgical otology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 69620 used?
Used for chronic perforations, conductive hearing loss, or preventing recurrent infection. Commonly performed with canal wall up cholesteatoma surgery or as standalone procedure.
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