CPT-Code 26580: Sekundäre Implantation einer hinterkammerseitigen Intraokularlinse

CPT 26580: Insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (including removal of cataract), anterior chamber, secondary

Description

This code covers the surgical implantation of an intraocular lens (IOL) into the anterior chamber (space between cornea and iris) when the cataract has already been removed (secondary IOL placement). It includes all steps: anesthesia, incision, lens insertion and fixation (sutures/clips), wound closure, and postoperative management.

Typical Steps

1. Preparation: Local anesthesia, sterile prep and drape.
2. Incision: Corneal or scleral.
3. Lens Insertion: IOL placed in anterior chamber, secured with sutures or fixation devices.
4. Closure: Sutured or self-sealing.
5. Postoperative Care: Monitoring, antibiotic/steroid eye drops, follow-up.

Inclusions

• IOL insertion
• Cataract removal (if not previously done)
• Corneal/scleral incisions
• Wound closure
• Postoperative management (global period)

This is a global code—preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative services are bundled.