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Kids & PediatricsCPT 69436Common

Ear Tube Placement (Pediatric)

Tympanostomy tube insertion for chronic ear infections in children

Best Cash Price

$2,000

at Acupuncture Together of Austin

Call (512) 501-6890

vs. Austin hospital avg.

$4,848Save 63%

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Code

69436

Top 2 Austin Providers

Cash-pay prices ranked lowest firstCPT 69436

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$2,000– $3,500

Acupuncture Together of AustinBEST PRICE?Needs Call

North Central Austin

(512) 501-6890

Source: Multiple Austin surgical providers

$2,000

Republic Spine and Pain?Needs Call

North Austin, TX 78704

(512) 495-7676

Source: Multiple Austin surgical providers

$2,040

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Cost Breakdown

Ear Tube Placement (Pediatric) typically results in 3 separate bills. Here's what to expect.

🔪

Surgeon Fee

Surgeon's professional fee

$700 – $2,000

🏥

Facility / OR Fee

Operating room or surgery center

$1,000 – $3,000

💉

Anesthesiologist Fee

Separate bill from anesthesiologist

$300 – $1,000

Total Estimated Cost

Sum of all three bills

$2,000 – $6,000

💡 General anesthesia required for pediatric patients.

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Always ask upfront

You may receive separate bills from your surgeon, the surgery center, and the anesthesiologist — even if they work at the same location. Always ask each provider for their cash-pay rate before scheduling.

Austin Providers for Kids & Pediatrics

Modern Pediatrics

5 (940 reviews)

Bee Cave Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry

Bee Cave / West Austin

4.9 (195 reviews)

Ashley B. Gonzalez, MD

5 (213 reviews)

Christine Kasbarian, MD

5 (196 reviews)

Pediatric Associates of Austin

Northwest Austin

4.7 (215 reviews)

After Hours Kids

4.9 (185 reviews)

Austin Regional Clinic Pediatrics

Austin (multiple)

4.3 (340 reviews)

Impact Family Wellness

Cedar Park / Northwest Austin

5 (41 reviews)

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Telehealth Alternative

⚡ Partially Available

Price Comparison

🏥 In-Person

$2,000–$2,040

💻 Telehealth

$25–$99

💡 Note: Initial consultations, follow-ups, and prescription management can be done via telehealth. Physical exams, labs, and procedures require an in-person visit.

Best Cash Price

$2,000

at Acupuncture Together of Austin

Call (512) 501-6890

vs. Austin hospital avg.

$4,848Save 63%

Call to Confirm

Phone verification needed · Mar 2026

Quick Facts

Code

69436