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65435 Curette/treat cornea

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: corneal scraping therapeutic, superficial debridement

Scraping of cornea, therapeutic; superficial.

Clinical Context

Removal of loose or damaged corneal epithelium in corneal abrasion, erosion, or dystrophy to promote re-epithelialization and reduce pain.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.90
Practice Expense RVU1.53
Malpractice RVU0.07
Total RVU2.50

Est. Medicare Payment

$83.50

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

Specialties

corneal surgeryophthalmology

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