69670 Remove mastoid air cells
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: mastoid air cell removal, mastoidectomy for air cell disease, air cell eradication
Surgical removal of mastoid air cells and associated air cell disease with associated middle ear disease management.
Clinical Context
Used for mastoiditis, coalescent mastoiditis, or air cell disease with associated suppurative or inflammatory changes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.44 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.04 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.67 |
| Total RVU | 25.15 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$840.01
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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