66840 Removal of lens material
Also known as: retained lens removal, anterior lens removal
Removal of lens material; anterior approach.
In Plain Language
removing residual lens material from front of eye
Clinical Context
Removal of retained lens material after incomplete cataract extraction. Anterior approach.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.95 |
| Total RVU | 8.95 |
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 8.95, 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 66840?
CPT 66840 (Removal of lens material) is a Surgery code. Removal of lens material; anterior approach.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 66840?
The work RVU for CPT 66840 is 8.95. This code is primarily used by cataract surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 66840 used?
Removal of retained lens material after incomplete cataract extraction. Anterior approach.
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