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John T. McAllister, MDSecretary, Federal Affairs
Michael X. Repka, MD, MBAMedical Director, Government Affairs
Joy Woodke, COE, OCS, OCSRDirector, Coding and Reimbursement
Matthew Baugh, MHA, COT, OCS, OCSRManager, Coding and ReimbursementHeather H. Dunn, COA, OCS, OCSRManager, Coding and Reimbursement
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Question: What is the CPT code for descemetorhexis?
Answer: Use CPT code 65400 Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium.
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