Implantation of Glaucoma Drainage Device: Aqueous Shunt (August 2003)

August 2003 pages 8-9 Coding Communication:Implantation of Glaucoma Drainage Device: Aqueous Shunt Aqueous shunt procedures are performed in the anterior segment of the eye to reduce and control intraocular pressure (IOP). The device drains (shunts) some of the aqueous fluid from the anterior chamber into a reservoir beneath the conjunctiva, lowering the pressure in the eye. It is eventually absorbed into nearby tissues. The device consists of a plastic tube which is connected to a reservoir or drainage plate. One end of the tube is implanted into the anterior chamber while the other end is attached to the reservoir...

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Article Overview

This premium CPT Assistant article covers glaucoma drainage device implantation for aqueous shunt procedures, including the clinical indications, relevant eye anatomy, and a general overview of the surgical approach. It is intended for coding and compliance professionals who need to understand the procedure context and the coding references tied to this ophthalmic surgery. The article also identifies the principal procedure code and the laterality modifier guidance discussed in the source.

Why This Topic Matters

Glaucoma drainage device procedures are used in complex ophthalmic cases, and accurate identification of the service, laterality, and related coding references is important for compliant claim reporting and specialty coding review.

Article Sections

  1. August 2003 pages 8-9

    Publication information and article placement within the issue.

  2. Coding Communication: Implantation of Glaucoma Drainage Device: Aqueous Shunt

    Overview of the procedure, the clinical setting in which it is discussed, and the purpose of the coding communication.

  3. Indications

    Broad clinical scenarios and ophthalmic conditions associated with the procedure.

  4. Anatomy Overview

    General eye anatomy relevant to understanding the operative approach.

  5. Coding Implantation of Drainage Devices for Glaucoma

    Coding references associated with the procedure, including the primary procedure code and laterality modifier discussion.

  6. The Procedure

    A general surgical overview of implantation steps and related operative components.

What You Will Learn

  • The clinical context for glaucoma drainage device implantation
  • The anatomy relevant to aqueous shunt procedures
  • The general structure of the operative approach
  • The coding references discussed for reporting the service
  • The documentation considerations around laterality

Who Should Read This

  • CPT coders
  • Ophthalmology billing staff
  • Compliance professionals
  • Physician coders
  • Revenue cycle staff

Codes Discussed

Modifiers Discussed


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