CPT 65860
Severing ads anterior segment laser
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 65860 at a glance
- Code
- 65860
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Severing ads ant sgm laser
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $185.29 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 65860?
CPT 65860 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for severing ads anterior segment laser. Its official short descriptor is "Severing ads ant sgm laser". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 65860 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 65860 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 65860 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 65860?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 65860 is $185.29 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 65860?
CPT 65860 is most associated with Ophthalmology.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.