CPT 66984
Cataract removal with insertion of an intraocular lens
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
What does CPT 66984 mean?
CPT 66984 reports extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of an intraocular lens prosthesis in a single stage, without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation. It is the standard code for routine cataract surgery; the complex version is 66982.
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CPT 66984 at a glance
- Code
- 66984
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Xcapsl ctrc rmvl w/o ecp
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $1,255.73 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 66984?
CPT 66984 reports extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of an intraocular lens prosthesis in a single stage, without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation. It is the standard code for routine cataract surgery; the complex version is 66982. Its official short descriptor is "Xcapsl ctrc rmvl w/o ecp", and in the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 66984 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 66984 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 66984 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 66984?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 66984 is $1,255.73 (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 66984?
CPT 66984 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.