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66840 Removal of lens material

Surgery Global 90d

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 RVU8.95
Total RVU8.95

Est. Medicare Payment

$298.93

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

cataract surgery

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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