69637 Rebuild eardrum structures
Also known as: cartilage ossiculoplasty, ossicular cartilage reconstruction
Ossicular chain reconstruction using cartilage autograft or allograft placed for ossicular continuity restoration.
In Plain Language
using cartilage to rebuild ear bone chain
Clinical Context
Used for ossicular disease when cartilage autograft preferred over bone or prosthesis. Common in revision cases and primary ossiculoplasty.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.94 |
| Total RVU | 14.94 |
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 14.94, this code ranks in the 73rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 69637?
CPT 69637 (Rebuild eardrum structures) is a Surgery code. Ossicular chain reconstruction using cartilage autograft or allograft placed for ossicular continuity restoration.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 69637?
The work RVU for CPT 69637 is 14.94. This code is primarily used by otolaryngology, surgical otology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 69637 used?
Used for ossicular disease when cartilage autograft preferred over bone or prosthesis. Common in revision cases and primary ossiculoplasty.
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