Code Details & Principles for D1240

Code details & principles for

D1240

  • Chapter 5 / Middle Ear and Mastoid
Code Description Chapter/Sub-Chapter Code Specific Guidance
D1240 Exploration of facial nerve, mastoid segment 5.2.0 Middle Ear and Mastoid

Unacceptable Combinations for D1240

CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) Narrative (unacceptable combination) Date Added
D1010 Radical mastoidectomy (including meatoplasty) 2010-01-20
D1020 Modified radical mastoidectomy (including meatoplasty) 2010-01-20
D1040 Simple mastoidectomy 2010-01-20
D1060 Revision of mastoidectomy (including meatoplasty) 2010-01-20
D2420 Insertion of cochlear implant - unilateral 2014-08-04

Coding Principles

These coding principles set out how the authors intend that the codes and narratives within the CCSD Schedule are interpreted and used. The outputs are available to be used by all individual insurers and providers including CCSD and non-CCSD members. Please note that:

  • The CCSD Group does not discuss nor determine classifcations, reimbursement or fees - all insurers will have their own view on these matters
  • The inclusion of a procedure code and/or its associated coding principles in the CCSD Schedule does not necessarily mean that it is endorsed by all members of the CCSD Group and codes may or may not be included in individual insurers' own Schedules or covered
  • The coding principles are non-exhaustive guidelines only - each individual insurer may choose whether or not to adopt an individual combination of codes in practice and you will need to contact the insurer for further information