66982 Extracapsular cataract removal complex wo endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: complex ECCE, ECCE with ECP, complex cataract surgery with IOL, complicated cataract
Extracapsular cataract removal; complex or with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation.
Clinical Context
Complex extracapsular extraction combined with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation for complicated cases.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.99 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.10 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.79 |
| Total RVU | 18.88 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$630.59
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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