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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.
Eye Surgery On Front Of Eye, Surgery Involving The Front Portion Of The Eye (Space Between The Iris And Cornea).
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa |
| Common Place of Service | 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 66999 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 66999 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 66999 by major payers:
$1,011.44
$287.08
$2,500.00
$1,206.29
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CPT 66999
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The Emory Clinic Inc., Emory Aesthetic Center
Emory University
$2,709.00Published rateChandler Endoscopy Center, L.L.C.
$1,276.00Published rateSunrise Flamingo Surgery Center, LLC, Flamingo Surgery Center
Sunrise Flamingo Surgery Center LLC
$945.00Published rateRegional Surgical Centre, Inc.
Regional Surgical Centre Inc
$655.00Published rateGastroenterology Endoscopy Center
$300.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 66999 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa Codes
The CPT 66999 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 66999 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 66991-CPT | Moderate | Xcapsl Ctrc Rmvl Insj 1, Extracapsular Cataract Removal With Insertion Of Intraocular Lens Prosthesis 1 Stage Procedure Manual Or Mechanical Technique Eg Irrigation And Aspiration Or Phacoemulsification With Insertion Of Intraocular Eg Trabecular Meshwork Supraciliary Suprachoroidal Anterior Segment Aqueous Drainage Device Without Extraocular Reservoir Internal Approach One Or More |
| 66999-CPT | High | Eye Surgery On Front Of Eye, Surgery Involving The Front Portion Of The Eye (Space Between The Iris And Cornea). |
| 67005-CPT | Moderate | Remove Fluid From The Eye, Surgery To Remove Some Or All Of The Vitreous Humor The Gelatinous Clear Fluid Between The Pupil And The Back Of The Eye. The Procedure May Include Replacing The Fluid With A Synthetic Vitreous. |
| 67010-CPT | Moderate | Remove Fluid From The Eye, Surgery To Remove Some Or All Of The Vitreous Humor The Gelatinous Clear Fluid Between The Pupil And The Back Of The Eye. The Procedure May Include Replacing The Fluid With A Synthetic Vitreous. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 66999. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 66999 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Provider Type
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