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Excision Procedures on the Inner Ear

Excision procedures on the inner ear addressing tumor excision, labyrinthectomy and removal of inner ear masses or diseased tissue. CPT codes 69905–69915 enumerate excision and related inner ear removal procedures documented for this subset of inner ear surgery.

Incision and/or Destruction Procedures on the Inner Ear

Incision and destruction procedures on the inner ear covering labyrinthectomy, chemical or surgical destruction and related ablative techniques. CPT codes 69801–69806 identify specific inner ear incision and destruction procedures used for vertigo or debilitating inner ear disease.

Introduction Procedures on the Inner Ear

Introduction procedures on the inner ear for placement of devices, drug delivery or implantation into inner ear structures. CPT code 69930 designates the introduction procedure for inner ear access and device or substance placement.

Other Procedures of the Inner Ear

Other procedures of the inner ear for miscellaneous inner ear operations not otherwise specified in listed codes. CPT code 69949 is the unlisted inner ear procedure code used when no specific inner ear code accurately describes the service.