66930 Extraction of lens
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: extracapsular cataract extraction, ECCE
Removal of crystalline lens (extracapsular cataract extraction with or without IOL implantation).
Clinical Context
Extracapsular cataract extraction with intact posterior capsule. Largely replaced by phacoemulsification.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.32 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.51 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.91 |
| Total RVU | 21.74 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$726.12
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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