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68841 Insj prescription elut implant lac canal

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: eluting implant insertion, canalicular implant

Insertion of implantable medication-eluting implant into lacrimal canaliculus for sustained release therapy.

Clinical Context

Used for sustained medication delivery to lacrimal system. Common indications include dry eye disease, chronic ocular surface disease, or infections.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.48
Practice Expense RVU0.64
Malpractice RVU0.04
Total RVU1.16

Est. Medicare Payment

$38.74

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Ophthalmology

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