Wiki how code a piggyback IOL implant?

[hencked]

One of our physicians says he wants to do a piggyback IOL implantation. The patient already had cataract extraction w/IOL, but now needs a 2nd IOL implanted same eye, piggyback attached. I believe the first implant will remain. Is CPT code 66985 appropriate for this or should we use unlisted. I looked on the internet and it sounds like this is done for different reasons. I just have never heard of it and would like advice on coding.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Debbie H.

 

[fishbite2]

Yes, 66985 is the correct code for a Piggyback IOL. It is not done often but I have seen a few.

 

[hencked]

Thanks!

Thanks! Good to know I was on the right track!

 

[Sherine.v.b]

Dear Friends

Can you help me in finding cpt code for this procedure

Diagnosis: Left eye traumatic IOL prolapsed, vitreous prolapsed

Procedure:Left eye traumatic old IOL removal and new IOL implantation

I can pick 66985 code for the above mentioned procedure

 

[caseym1970]

If you are replacing an old lens, it is not a piggyback. Use 66986 for Exchange of IOL

 

[Sherine.v.b]

Thank you very much for your valuable reply