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65815 Drainage of eye

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: hyphema evacuation, anterior chamber washout

Paracentesis of anterior chamber of eye; with removal of blood.

Clinical Context

Evacuation of significant hyphema (blood in anterior chamber) to prevent secondary glaucoma and restore visual axis. Often done post-traumatic or post-operative.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.85
Practice Expense RVU12.92
Malpractice RVU0.46
Total RVU19.23

Est. Medicare Payment

$642.28

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

Specialties

trauma surgeryglaucoma

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