68520 Removal of tear sacral
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: dacryocystectomy, lacrimal sac removal
Complete removal of lacrimal sac including associated tissue (dacryocystectomy).
Clinical Context
Used for removal of lacrimal sac due to chronic infection, malignancy, or obstruction. Common indications include recurrent dacryocystitis, lacrimal sac carcinoma, or failed dacryocystorhinostomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.56 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.00 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.71 |
| Total RVU | 19.27 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$643.62
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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