65260 Remove foreign body from eye
Also known as: foreign body removal with repair, corneal FB removal with closure
Removal of foreign body from anterior segment of eye; corneal wound closure required; general anesthesia not used.
In Plain Language
removing foreign object from cornea with stitches; extracting debris from eye surface with repair
Clinical Context
Used when foreign body removal requires corneal suturing due to wound complexity or depth. More involved than simple extraction, typically performed in OR or surgical center.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 12.23 |
| Total RVU | 12.23 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 12.23, this code ranks in the 66th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 65260?
CPT 65260 (Remove foreign body from eye) is a Surgery code. Removal of foreign body from anterior segment of eye; corneal wound closure required; general anesthesia not used.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 65260?
The work RVU for CPT 65260 is 12.23. This code is primarily used by ophthalmology, corneal surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 65260 used?
Used when foreign body removal requires corneal suturing due to wound complexity or depth. More involved than simple extraction, typically performed in OR or surgical center.
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