66850 Removal of lens material
Also known as: lens matter removal pars plana, vitrectomy-assisted cataract removal
Removal of lens material; posterior approach; pars plana approach.
In Plain Language
removing lens material from back of eye
Clinical Context
Removal of retained lens material via pars plana approach during vitrectomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.29 |
| Total RVU | 10.29 |
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 10.29, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 66850?
CPT 66850 (Removal of lens material) is a Surgery code. Removal of lens material; posterior approach; pars plana approach.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 66850?
The work RVU for CPT 66850 is 10.29. This code is primarily used by vitreoretinal surgery, cataract surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 66850 used?
Removal of retained lens material via pars plana approach during vitrectomy.
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