Capsule Opacification Following Cataract Surgery: Discission and YAG Laser Capsulotomy
J15 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
9 active Medicare policies list H26.40, and 3 commercial payer policies list it. See each policy's status for the code and its official source. Listing a code is not a coverage decision: read each policy’s source for the requirements that apply.
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J15 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JJ · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JM · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JJ · Effective Dec 24, 2018
JM · Effective Dec 24, 2018
J9 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
National · Effective Nov 6, 2025
National · Effective Oct 1, 2025
J9 · Effective Oct 1, 2025
3 policies from 3 payers
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| Policy | Effective | Status of H26.40 |
|---|---|---|
| YAG Laser in Ophthalmology and Other Selected Indications | Jun 21, 2023 | Covered |
| Policy | Effective | Status of H26.40 |
|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmic use of Nd:YAG Laser for Posterior Capsulotomy | Jan 6, 2026 | Covered |
| Policy | Effective | Status of H26.40 |
|---|---|---|
| Intraocular Lens Implant | Sep 15, 2026 | Covered |