66175 Trluml dil aq o/f can with st
Also known as: transluminal aqueous outflow dilation with stent, Schlemm canal stent
Transluminal dilatation of aqueous outflow canal; with internal stent.
In Plain Language
inserting tiny tube to drain fluid from eye
Clinical Context
Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery with internal stent placement in Schlemm canal. Newer MIGS procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.11 |
| Total RVU | 9.11 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 9.11, this code ranks in the 55th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 66175?
CPT 66175 (Trluml dil aq o/f can with st) is a Surgery code. Transluminal dilatation of aqueous outflow canal; with internal stent.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 66175?
The work RVU for CPT 66175 is 9.11. This code is primarily used by glaucoma surgery, MIGS. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 66175 used?
Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery with internal stent placement in Schlemm canal. Newer MIGS procedure.
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