69633 Rebuild eardrum structures
Also known as: ossiculoplasty stapes absent, window reconstruction, oval window prosthesis, tympanoplasty
Ossicular chain reconstruction when stapes is absent, requiring reconstruction to the oval window or round window with prosthesis placement.
In Plain Language
ear bone reconstruction when stapes is missing
Clinical Context
Used for fixed stapes, stapes removal, or stapes absent due to disease. Requires specialized prostheses placed to window.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.00 |
| Total RVU | 12.00 |
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 12.00, this code ranks in the 65th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 69633?
CPT 69633 (Rebuild eardrum structures) is a Surgery code. Ossicular chain reconstruction when stapes is absent, requiring reconstruction to the oval window or round window with prosthesis placement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 69633?
The work RVU for CPT 69633 is 12.00. This code is primarily used by otolaryngology, surgical otology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 69633 used?
Used for fixed stapes, stapes removal, or stapes absent due to disease. Requires specialized prostheses placed to window.
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