67031 Laser surgery eye strands
Also known as: laser membrane dissection, laser hyaloidotomy, nd:yag hyaloidotomy, laser capsulotomy
Laser ablation or photoablation of vitreous strands, membranes, or posterior hyaloid membrane to relieve traction and improve visualization.
Clinical Context
Non-incisional alternative to surgical membrane dissection; useful for posterior capsular opacification, anterior vitreous opacities, and accessible vitreous strands.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.36 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.96 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.35 |
| Total RVU | 11.67 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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