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70030 X-ray eye for foreign body

Radiology

Also known as: eye x-ray foreign body, orbital foreign body imaging, eye imaging

Radiographic imaging of the eye to detect, localize, or evaluate foreign body in the orbit or anterior segment.

Clinical Context

Used for suspected metallic, glass, or radiopaque foreign bodies in eye following trauma.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.18
Practice Expense RVU0.78
Malpractice RVU0.02
Total RVU0.98

Est. Medicare Payment

$32.73

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

radiologyophthalmologyemergency medicine

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.