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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Auditory System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None LT - Left side of body 51 - Multiple procedures RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 69745 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 69745 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 69745 by major payers:

$1,614.76

$1,609.27

$1,634.94

$2,070.71
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 69745 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Auditory System Codes
The CPT 69745 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Auditory System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 69745 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 69676-CPT | High | Neurectomy Tympanic Unilateral |
| 69710-CPT | High | Implnt Or Replac Of Electromagnetic Bone Conduct Hearing, Implantation Or Replacement Of Electromagnetic Bone Conduction Hearing |
| 69740-CPT | High | Suture Facial Nerve Intratemp, Suture Facial Nerve Intratemporal With Or Without Graft Ordecompression Lateral To Geniculate Ganglion |
| 69745-CPT | High | Suture Facial Nerve Intratemp, Suture Facial Nerve Intratemporal With Or Without Graft Ordecompression Including Medial To Geniculate Ganglion |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 69745. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 69745 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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