AMA CPT® Assistant - 2016 Issue 2 (February)
Surgery: Auditory System (Q&A) (February 2016)
February 2016 page 14 Surgery: Auditory System Question: Who may perform the procedure described by code 69209, Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral? In addition, does it require the use of instrumentation and magnification? Answer: The procedure described by code 69209 may be performed by a physician or any qualified health care professional, including clinical staff. The procedure does not require the use of instrumentation and/or magnification. When the removal of impacted cerumen requires instrumentation, report code 69210, Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral. Note: For cerumen removal that is not impacted, report an E/M service as appropriate. Surgery:...
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