69905 Remove inner ear
Also known as: labyrinthectomy, inner ear removal, translabyrinthine approach
Surgical removal of the inner ear (labyrinth) through a translabyrinthine or transtympanic approach to treat inner ear disease.
In Plain Language
removing the inner ear
Clinical Context
Used for intractable vertigo from Meniere's disease, vestibular schwannoma access, or suppurative labyrinthitis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.98 |
| Total RVU | 10.98 |
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 10.98, this code ranks in the 62nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 69905?
CPT 69905 (Remove inner ear) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal of the inner ear (labyrinth) through a translabyrinthine or transtympanic approach to treat inner ear disease.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 69905?
The work RVU for CPT 69905 is 10.98. This code is primarily used by neurotology, skull base surgery, otolaryngology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 69905 used?
Used for intractable vertigo from Meniere's disease, vestibular schwannoma access, or suppurative labyrinthitis.
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