AMA approves extensions for three Category III CPT codes for MIGS devices

The AMA has granted a 5-year extension to three Category III CPT codes that describe insertion of aqueous drainage devices into the anterior chamber of the eye using microinvasive glaucoma surgery, according to a Glaukos press release.The extension, good through Dec. 31, 2023, includes 0191T, which describes the insertion of an initial anterior segment aqueous drainage device into the trabecular meshwork, such as Glaukos’ iStent; 0253T, which describes insertion of an anterior segment aqueous drainage device into the suprachoroidal space, such as the iStent Supra; and 0376T, which is an (Read more...)

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