66988 Extracapsular cataract removal with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as: ECCE with ECP, cataract extraction with corneal replacement
Extracapsular cataract removal with endothelial keratoplasty, combining manual or expression-based cataract extraction with corneal endothelial replacement in cases with compromised corneal health.
In Plain Language
cataract removal with cornea surface repair; combined lens and cornea surgery
Clinical Context
Performed when patient requires both cataract removal and corneal endothelial cell replacement due to primary or secondary corneal dysfunction.
RVU Information
CPT 66988 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 66988?
CPT 66988 (Extracapsular cataract removal with endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation) is a Surgery code. Extracapsular cataract removal with endothelial keratoplasty, combining manual or expression-based cataract extraction with corneal endothelial replacement in cases with compromised corneal health.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 66988?
The work RVU for CPT 66988 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Cornea. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 66988 used?
Performed when patient requires both cataract removal and corneal endothelial cell replacement due to primary or secondary corneal dysfunction.
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