65450 Treatment of corneal lesion
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: corneal lesion destruction, corneal cautery
Destruction of lesion of cornea by cryotherapy, photocoagulation, or thermocautery.
Clinical Context
Destruction of corneal dystrophy, scarring, or benign lesions using cryotherapy, laser, or cautery. Selective approach depends on lesion characteristics and location.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.38 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.38 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.26 |
| Total RVU | 10.02 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$334.67
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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