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Remember That an IOL Is an Implant

Published on Mon Jul 06, 2026

Question: Is there a separate code only for intraocular lens removal (IOL) or should we use an unlisted code? Revenue Cycle Insider Subscriber Answer: You shouldn’t use an unlisted code because the CPT® code book includes two codes related to the removal of an IOL: 65920 (Removal of implanted material, anterior segment of eye) 67121 (Removal of implanted material, posterior [...]
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