66720 Destruction ciliary body
Also known as: transscleral cyclophotocoagulation, TCP
Ciliary body destruction; laser, transscleral.
In Plain Language
using laser through eye wall to destroy ciliary body
Clinical Context
Transscleral laser cyclophotocoagulation for refractory glaucoma. Effective outpatient procedure with good safety profile.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.63 |
| Total RVU | 4.63 |
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 4.63, this code ranks in the 32nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 66720?
CPT 66720 (Destruction ciliary body) is a Surgery code. Ciliary body destruction; laser, transscleral.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 66720?
The work RVU for CPT 66720 is 4.63. This code is primarily used by glaucoma surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 66720 used?
Transscleral laser cyclophotocoagulation for refractory glaucoma. Effective outpatient procedure with good safety profile.
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