Billing code
Z906A — Removal of ear drainage tube(s) under general anaesthetic – unilateral
Ear tube removal under general
Bill for removing ear drainage (ventilation) tubes from one ear under general anaesthetic.
Watch for: The second ear pays 85% of the fee, and ear syringing G420 isn't payable with Z906.
| Provider | Specialist | Assistant | Anaesthetist | Non-anaesthetist |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $66.50 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $95.76 | $95.76 |
- Code
- Z906A
- Description
- Removal of ear drainage tube(s) under general anaesthetic – unilateral
- FHO+ basket
- Not in the FHO+ base rate basket (Schedule 2 or 2B).
- Effective date
- Apr 1, 2026
- Termination date
- No end date
Explanation
Updated October 26, 2026
Removal of ear drainage (ventilation) tube(s) under general anaesthetic, one ear.
What it covers
Z906 is removal of drainage tube(s) under general anaesthetic, unilateral (Y14).
Billing rules
- The other ear is paid at 85% of the listed fee (Y14).
- G420 ear syringing/debridement is not payable with Z906, Z907, Z908 or Z913 (Y16, J97).
- Surgical procedures on children under 16 get the age premium (10–30% by age) (GP64).
Related codes: Z914, Z912, Z908, G420
Source: Schedule of Benefits (July 1, 2026), Aural Surgical Procedures, External Ear, page Y14.
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