68400 incision and drainage lacrimal gland
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: lacrimal gland I&D, dacryoadenitis drainage
Incision and drainage of lacrimal gland for treatment of infection, abscess, or obstruction.
Clinical Context
Used for acute infection or obstruction of lacrimal gland. Common indications include acute dacryoadenitis, infected lacrimal gland cysts, or lacrimal gland abscess.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.70 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.02 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.14 |
| Total RVU | 8.86 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$295.92
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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