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CPT 66985 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Insertion Of Intraocular Lens, Insertion Of Intraocular Lens Prosthesis (Secondaryimplant) Not Associated With Concurrent Cataractremoval
Key FactDetail
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 LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 66985
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 66985

National average reimbursement for CPT 66985 by major payers:

bcbs

$985.77

uhc

$973.16

aetna

$1,035.25

cigna

$1,223.29

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CPT 66985
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  1. Midland Texas Surgical Center, LLC, Texas Surgical Center, An Affiliate Of Midland Memorial Hospital

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1356621239Tax ID 45-3047741

    $2,859.00Published rate
  2. Hopco Flagstaff Asc Holdings, LLC, Elevation Surgery Center

    Hopco Flagstaff Asc Holdings LLC

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1356099147Tax ID 85-1224752

    $1,377.00Published rate
  3. Revision Advanced Surgery Center Inc

    OHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1992018790Tax ID 20-0734091

    $1,075.00Published rate
  4. Evergreen Eye Center, PLLC, Evergreen Eye Surgery Center

    Evergreen Eye Center, Inc. P.S.

    WAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1821167479Tax ID 91-1628032

    $890.00Published rate
  5. Kuresmart Pain Management Surgery Center, Clearway Surgery Center Of Dundalk

    Kuresmart Pain Management Surgery Center

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1336605351Tax ID 83-2407319

    $825.00Published rate

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CPT 66985 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa Codes

The CPT 66985 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 66985 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
66985-CPTModerateInsertion Of Intraocular Lens, Insertion Of Intraocular Lens Prosthesis (Secondaryimplant) Not Associated With Concurrent Cataractremoval
66987-CPTHighXcapsl Ctrc Rmvl Cplx W Ecp, Extracapsular Cataract Removal With Insertion Of Intraocular Lens Prosthesis 1 Stage Procedure Manual Or Mechanical Technique Eg Irrigation And Aspiration Or Phacoemulsification Complex Requiring Devices Or Techniques Not Generally Used In Routine Cataract Surgery Eg Iris Expansion Device Suture Support For Intraocular Lens Or Primary Posterior Capsulorrhexis Or Performed On Patients In The Amblyogenic Developmental Stage With Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation
66988-CPTHighXcapsl Ctrc Rmvl W Ecp, Extracapsular Cataract Removal With Insertion Of Intraocular Lens Prosthesis 1 Stage Procedure Manual Or Mechanical Technique Eg Irrigation And Aspiration Or Phacoemulsification With Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation
66989-CPTModerateXcpsl Ctrc Rmvl Cplx Insj 1, Extracapsular Cataract Removal With Insertion Of Intraocular Lens Prosthesis 1 Stage Procedure Manual Or Mechanical Technique Eg Irrigation And Aspiration Or Phacoemulsification Complex Requiring Devices Or Techniques Not Generally Used In Routine Cataract Surgery Eg Iris Expansion Device Suture Support For Intraocular Lens Or Primary Posterior Capsulorrhexis Or Performed On Patients In The Amblyogenic Developmental Stage With Insertion Of Intraocular Eg Trabecular Meshwork Supraciliary Suprachoroidal Anterior Segment Aqueous Drainage Device Without Extraocular Reservoir Internal Approach One Or More

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 66985. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 66985 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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