Auditory, 69000, 69020 (Q&A) (October 1997)

October 1997 page 11a Coding Consultation Auditory, 69000, 69020 (Q&A) Question How should the insertion of ear wicks be reported? AMA Comment Ear wick(s) saturated with medication (eg, antibiotic) are placed into the ear canal to reach an infected area. When performed at the time of another intervention (eg, 69000, 69020) ear wick insertion is considered inclusive of that procedure, therefore not warranting additional reporting. Ear wick removal would be inclusive of the follow-up care performed during the postoperative period. When the insertion and/or removal of an ear wick(s) is performed in the absence of another intervention, then...

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This short CPT Assistant Q&A explains a coding scenario involving ear wick placement and removal in the ear canal and discusses how it relates to an associated ear intervention or routine evaluation and management service. It is useful for coders, auditors, and clinic staff who work with ENT-related procedures and want to understand the scope of the guidance discussed in this issue.

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ENT and office-based procedural coding often turns on whether a service is considered part of another procedure or separately reportable. This article helps readers understand the general coding context addressed by the AMA in a specific ear care scenario.

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  • How the article frames a question about ear wick insertion reporting
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  • ENT and otolaryngology practices
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  • Compliance teams

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