66630 Removal of iris
Also known as: total iridectomy
Iridectomy, surgical; total.
In Plain Language
surgically removing entire iris
Clinical Context
Total iridectomy for severe anterior segment pathology. Rarely performed in current surgical era.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.10 |
| Total RVU | 7.10 |
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 7.10, this code ranks in the 46th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 66630?
CPT 66630 (Removal of iris) is a Surgery code. Iridectomy, surgical; total.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 66630?
The work RVU for CPT 66630 is 7.10. This code is primarily used by anterior segment surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 66630 used?
Total iridectomy for severe anterior segment pathology. Rarely performed in current surgical era.
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