Reader Question: Keep the Global Period in Mind When Using 66821 For the Same Eye

Outpatient Facility Coding Alert

Reader Question:
Keep the Global Period in Mind When Using 66821 For the Same Eye

Published on Mon Jul 28, 2014

Question: The ophthalmologist performed a YAG laser capsulotomy. The patient on a return visit, after 6 months complained of glare, light sensitivity, and decreased vision. The [...]

Outpatient Facility Coding Alert

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