Code Details & Principles for D0702

Code details & principles for

D0702

  • Chapter 5 / External Ear
Code Description Chapter/Sub-Chapter Code Specific Guidance
D0702 Aural toilet (including microsuction and/or suction of exteriorised mastoid cavity) including bilateral 5.1.0 External Ear

Unacceptable Combinations for D0702

CCSD Code (unacceptable combination) Narrative (unacceptable combination) Date Added
D0730 Removal of foreign body from external auditory canal (and bilateral) 2010-01-20
D1510 Myringotomy and insertion of tube through tympanic membrane (and bilateral) 2010-01-20
D1520 Suction clearance of middle ear (as sole procedure) 2010-01-20

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