68841 Insj prescription elut implant lac canal
Also known as: eluting implant insertion, canalicular implant
Insertion of implantable medication-eluting implant into lacrimal canaliculus for sustained release therapy.
In Plain Language
placing medication-releasing implant in tear duct; tear duct medication implant
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 RVU | 0.48 |
| Total RVU | 0.48 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.48, this code ranks in the 1st percentile among Surgery codes — 16.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 68841?
CPT 68841 (Insj prescription elut implant lac canal) is a Surgery code. Insertion of implantable medication-eluting implant into lacrimal canaliculus for sustained release therapy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 68841?
The work RVU for CPT 68841 is 0.48. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology.
When is CPT 68841 used?
Used for sustained medication delivery to lacrimal system. Common indications include dry eye disease, chronic ocular surface disease, or infections.
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