65220 Remove foreign body from eye
Also known as: intraocular foreign body removal, posterior segment FB removal, eye foreign body removal corneal, corneal foreign body
Removal of a foreign body from the intraocular space or posterior segment with use of an operating microscope for visualization and precise removal.
In Plain Language
removing foreign object from inside eye
Clinical Context
Indicates intraocular foreign body requiring operative microscopy for safe removal. May require specialized instrumentation and careful handling to minimize additional eye damage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.69 |
| Total RVU | 0.69 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.69, this code ranks in the 2nd percentile among Surgery codes — 11.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 65220?
CPT 65220 (Remove foreign body from eye) is a Surgery code. Removal of a foreign body from the intraocular space or posterior segment with use of an operating microscope for visualization and precise removal.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 65220?
The work RVU for CPT 65220 is 0.69. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Surgery.
When is CPT 65220 used?
Indicates intraocular foreign body requiring operative microscopy for safe removal. May require specialized instrumentation and careful handling to minimize additional eye damage.
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