DecisionHealth, DecisionHealth - 2015 Issue 12 (December)

New cerumen impaction removal code could add extra payment, confusion

You’ll have a new CPT code to bill for removing impacted cerumen via lavage or irrigation — services that currently are considered part of the appropriate problem-focused E/M service. The new code, 69209, brings a new payment opportunity but also potential documentation pitfalls, experts tell Part B News.

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