66600 Remove iris and lesion
Also known as: iridectomy with scleral section, combined iris-corneal surgery
Iridectomy, surgical; with corneoscleral or corneal section for removal of lesion.
In Plain Language
removing iris lesion through corneal opening
Clinical Context
Iridectomy combined with corneoscleral section for iris lesion removal. Rarely performed.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.87 |
| Total RVU | 9.87 |
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 9.87, this code ranks in the 58th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 66600?
CPT 66600 (Remove iris and lesion) is a Surgery code. Iridectomy, surgical; with corneoscleral or corneal section for removal of lesion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 66600?
The work RVU for CPT 66600 is 9.87. This code is primarily used by anterior segment surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 66600 used?
Iridectomy combined with corneoscleral section for iris lesion removal. Rarely performed.
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