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2008 ICD-9-CM Procedure 20.96

Implantation or replacement of cochlear prosthetic device, not otherwise specified
  • Surgical insertion of an electronic hearing device (COCHLEAR IMPLANTS) with electrodes to the COCHLEAR NERVE in the inner ear to create sound sensation in patients with residual nerve fibers.
  • 20.96 is a specific code that can be used to specify a procedure
  • 20.96 contains 5 index entries
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20.96 also known as:

  • Implantation of receiver (within skull) and insertion of electrode(s) in the cochlea

20.96 includes:

  • mastoidectomy

20.96 excludes:

  • electromagnetic hearing device (20.95)

Index entries containing 20.96:

Implant, implantation
  • cochlear (electrode) 20.96
    • prosthetic device (electrode and receiver) 20.96
  • electronic stimulator
    • cochlear 20.96
    • prosthesis, prosthetic device
      • cochlear 20.96
    Replacement
    • prosthesis
      • cochlear 20.96