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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Insertion Of Anterior Segment Aqueous Drainage Device, Without Extraocular Reservoir, External Approach. Commercial Rn Review >=01/01/14
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa |
| Common Place of Service | 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 66183 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 66183 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 66183 by major payers:
$1,432.72
$1,399.45
$1,410.04
$1,713.11
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CPT 66183
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
El Paso Surgery Centers Lp
$10,749.00Published rateSurgcenter Of Deer Valley, LLC
Surgcenter Of Deer Valley LLC
$5,354.00Published rateLos Angeles Endoscopy Center, Los Angeles Ambulatory Surgery Center
Los Angeles Endoscopy Center
$2,867.00Published rateSouth Hills Diagnostic & Treatment Center Lp, South Hills Endoscopy Center
South Hills Diagnostic Treatment Center Lp
$1,500.00Published rateLaura Pauckner
Deaconess Hospital Inc
$841.44Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 66183 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa Codes
The CPT 66183 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 66183 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 66179-CPT | High | Place Eye Shunt (Drainage), Surgery To Create A Shunt (Tube That Drains Fluid From One Part Of The Body To Another) To Drain Fluid From Within The Eye. |
| 66180-CPT | High | Place Eye Shunt (Drainage), Surgery To Create A Shunt (Tube That Drains Fluid From One Part Of The Body To Another) To Drain Fluid From Within The Eye. |
| 66183-CPT | High | Insertion Of Anterior Segment Aqueous Drainage Device, Without Extraocular Reservoir, External Approach. Commercial Rn Review >=01/01/14 |
| 66184-CPT | Moderate | Adjust Eye Shunt (Drainage), Surgery To Adjust Shunt (Tube That Drains Fluid From One Part Of The Body To Another) That Drains Fluid From Within The Eye. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 66183. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 66183 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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