70030 X-ray eye for foreign body
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.
In Plain Language
x-ray to find something in the eye
Clinical Context
Used for suspected metallic, glass, or radiopaque foreign bodies in eye following trauma.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.18 |
| Total RVU | 0.18 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.18, this code ranks in the 9th percentile among Radiology codes — 4.5x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 70030?
CPT 70030 (X-ray eye for foreign body) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of the eye to detect, localize, or evaluate foreign body in the orbit or anterior segment.
Who uses CPT code 70030?
CPT 70030 is used by radiology, ophthalmology, emergency medicine. Used for suspected metallic, glass, or radiopaque foreign bodies in eye following trauma.
When is CPT 70030 used?
Used for suspected metallic, glass, or radiopaque foreign bodies in eye following trauma.
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