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 RVU | 6.37 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.57 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.49 |
| Total RVU | 12.43 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$415.16
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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