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CPT 66987 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: March 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.

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
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

LT - Left side of body

RT - Right side of body

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 66987

National average reimbursement for CPT 66987 by major payers:

bcbs

$2,126.83

uhc

$1,090.91

aetna

$1,067.70

cigna

$1,603.35

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United
66987$5304.001659953636 - VCU HEALTH AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC863310585 - (VA) VCU HEALTH AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLCVAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$5354.001356621239 - MIDLAND TEXAS SURGICAL CENTER, LLC, TEXAS SURGICAL CENTER, AN AFFILIATE OF MIDLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL453047741TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$2500.001962869826 - ENDOTECH, LLC472926864 - (AZ) ENDOTECH LLCAZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$4603.001710924899 - DMG SURGICAL CENTER LLC, SURGICAL CENTER OF DUPAGE MEDICAL GROUP371474161ILAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$3533.001457370447 - ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES SURGERY CENTER LLC200446252 - (CT) ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES SURGERY CENTER LLCCTAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$3162.001437250248 - GEORGIA SURGICAL CENTER ON PEACHTREE, LLC582394271 - (GA) GEORGIA SURGICAL CENTER ON PEACHTREE LLCGAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$2900.001407327356 - ADVANCED SURGICAL CENTER OF BEVERLY HILLS LLC, SURGERY CENTER OF BEVERLY HILLS LLC832822673 - (CA) ADVANCED SURGICAL CENTER OF BEVERLY HILLS LLCCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$5122.221003807835 - LAKEVIEW SURGERY CENTER LC421516120 - (IA) LAKEVIEW SURGERY CENTER LCIAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$1590.001811090350 - GREEN SURGERY CENTER LLC621770173 - (TN) GREEN SURGERY CENTER LLCTNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$1168.001619284536 - CHILDRENS SURGERY CENTER, LLC273074039 - (PA) CHILDRENS SURGERY CENTER, LLCPAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$2460.001063878734 - CESC, LLC811020132MEAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$1570.001679658710 - STADIUM CAMPUS AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC, WILLS EYE SURGERY CENTER232981922 - (PA) STADIUM CAMPUS AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER LLCPAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$3935.001881339133 - BSC SHEA PARK LLC881850069 - (AZ) BSC SHEA PARK LLCAZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$709.001992700090 - TAMPA BAY SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER LLC, TAMPA BAY SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER331019420 - (FL) TAMPA BAY SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER LLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
66987$1907.001578077103 - SNNAC LLC, AZURA SURGERY CENTER NORTHERN NEVADA821669704 - (NV) SNNAC LLCNVAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
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CPT 66987 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa Codes

The CPT 66987 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 66987 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
66984-CPTModerateExtracapsular Cataract Removal With Insertion Of Intraocular Lens Prosthesis (1 Stage Procedure) Manual Or Mechanical Technique (Eg Irrigation And Aspiration Or Phacoemulsification); Without Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation (Desc Rvsd 1/1/20)
66985-CPTModerateInsertion Or Exchange Of Intraocular Lens Prosthesis (Secondary Implant) Not Associated With Concurrent Cataract Remova
66986-CPTHighExchange Intraocular Lens
66987-CPTHighExtracapsular 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

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 66987. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 66987 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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