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65290 Repair of eye socket wound

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: orbital decompression, lateral canthotomy

Repair of orbital compartment syndrome.

Clinical Context

Emergent surgical decompression for orbital compartment syndrome to prevent vision loss. Performed urgently after clinical diagnosis or strong suspicion to prevent permanent blindness.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.37
Practice Expense RVU5.57
Malpractice RVU0.49
Total RVU12.43

Est. Medicare Payment

$415.16

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

Specialties

oculoplastic surgerytrauma surgeryneuro-ophthalmology

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