CPT^® 66160, Under Excision Procedures on the Anterior Sclera of the Eye

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 66160 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the Anterior Sclera of the Eye.

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In this procedure, the provider creates a fistula and removes part of the sclera and the iris to treat glaucoma and relieve intraocular pressure.

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