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65222 Remove foreign body from eye

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: complex intraocular foreign body removal

Removal of a large or complex foreign body from the intraocular space requiring extensive dissection or reconstruction. Most complex foreign body removal procedure.

Clinical Context

Used for large, deeply embedded, or multiple foreign bodies requiring extensive operative dissection. Highest relative value for foreign body removal codes.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.82
Practice Expense RVU1.14
Malpractice RVU0.04
Total RVU2.00

Est. Medicare Payment

$66.80

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

Specialties

OphthalmologyVitreoretinal Surgery

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