69676 Remove middle ear nerve
Also known as: facial nerve removal, facial nerve transposition, facial nerve decompression
Surgical removal or transposition of the facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) in the temporal bone to treat facial nerve paralysis or injury.
Clinical Context
Used for traumatic facial nerve injury, bell's palsy with complete paralysis, post-operative facial nerve injury, or facial nerve canal widening.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.45 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.36 |
| Total RVU | 22.36 |
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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