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The procedure described by CPT® Code 69711 involves the removal or repair of an electromagnetic bone conduction hearing device, specifically located in the temporal bone. These devices, commonly referred to as bone anchored hearing aids (BAHA), are designed to assist individuals with hearing impairments who are unable to use traditional hearing aids. The mechanism of these devices involves collecting sound waves and transmitting them to an oscillator, which then vibrates against the skull. This vibration is detected by the inner ear, allowing the individual to perceive sound. Such devices are particularly beneficial for patients with conditions like congenital atresia of the auditory canal, where conventional hearing aids may not be effective. The procedure begins with the physician making a small incision over the device to expose it. Following this, the titanium rod that anchors the device to the temporal bone is carefully removed, allowing for the extraction of the device itself. The physician then inspects the device for any malfunctions. If repair is feasible, the necessary adjustments are made, and the device is reattached to the temporal bone using the titanium rod, ensuring its proper function and stability.
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The procedure associated with CPT® Code 69711 is indicated for patients who require the removal or repair of an electromagnetic bone conduction hearing device due to various reasons. These indications may include:
The procedure for CPT® Code 69711 involves several critical steps to ensure the safe removal or repair of the electromagnetic bone conduction hearing device. The steps are as follows:
Post-procedure care for patients undergoing CPT® Code 69711 involves monitoring for any signs of complications, such as infection or excessive bleeding. Patients may be advised to keep the incision site clean and dry, and to follow specific instructions regarding activity restrictions to promote healing. Follow-up appointments may be scheduled to assess the success of the procedure and the functionality of the repaired device. Additionally, patients should be informed about potential signs of complications that would require immediate medical attention.
| Short Descr | REMOVE/REPAIR HEARING AID | Medium Descr | RMVL/RPR EMGNT BONE CNDJ DEV TEMPORAL BONE | Long Descr | Removal or repair of electromagnetic bone conduction hearing device in temporal bone | Status Code | Active Code | Global Days | 090 - Major Surgery | PC/TC Indicator (26, TC) | 0 - Physician Service Code | Multiple Procedures (51) | 2 - Standard payment adjustment rules for multiple procedures apply. | Bilateral Surgery (50) | 1 - 150% payment adjustment for bilateral procedures applies. | Physician Supervisions | 09 - Concept does not apply. | Assistant Surgeon (80, 82) | 2 - Payment restriction for assistants at surgery does not apply to this procedure... | Co-Surgeons (62) | 0 - Co-surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Team Surgery (66) | 0 - Team surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Diagnostic Imaging Family | 99 - Concept Does Not Apply | APC Status Indicator | Hospital Part B services paid through a comprehensive APC | ASC Payment Indicator | Surgical procedure on ASC list in CY 2007; payment based on OPPS relative payment weight. | Type of Service (TOS) | 2 - Surgery | Berenson-Eggers TOS (BETOS) | P1G - Major procedure - Other | MUE | 1 | CCS Clinical Classification | 26 - Other therapeutic ear procedures |
| 51 | Multiple procedures: when multiple procedures, other than e/m services, physical medicine and rehabilitation services or provision of supplies (eg, vaccines), are performed at the same session by the same individual, the primary procedure or service may be reported as listed. the additional procedure(s) or service(s) may be identified by appending modifier 51 to the additional procedure or service code(s). note: this modifier should not be appended to designated "add-on" codes (see appendix d). | 79 | Unrelated procedure or service by the same physician or other qualified health care professional during the postoperative period: the individual may need to indicate that the performance of a procedure or service during the postoperative period was unrelated to the original procedure. this circumstance may be reported by using modifier 79. (for repeat procedures on the same day, see modifier 76.) | E4 | Lower right, eyelid | GC | This service has been performed in part by a resident under the direction of a teaching physician | LT | Left side (used to identify procedures performed on the left side of the body) | RT | Right side (used to identify procedures performed on the right side of the body) |
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