Billing code
E131A — Laser iridotomy
Laser iridotomy
Bill for laser iridotomy, creating an opening in the iris with a laser, for example for angle-closure glaucoma.
Watch for: The fee covers follow-up until the first post-op visit; with other procedures under the same anaesthetic, the others pay 85%.
| Provider | Specialist | Assistant | Anaesthetist | Non-anaesthetist |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $161.75 | $0.00 | $77.46 | $95.76 | $95.76 |
- Code
- E131A
- Description
- Laser iridotomy
- FHO+ basket
- Not in the FHO+ base rate basket (Schedule 2 or 2B).
- Effective date
- Apr 1, 2026
- Termination date
- No end date
Explanation
Updated October 26, 2026
Laser iridotomy, creating an opening in the iris with a laser (for example for angle-closure glaucoma).
What it covers
Laser iridotomy, listed under iris and ciliary body procedures (Y4). Surgical iridectomy as a sole procedure is E130 (Y4).
The fee is marked #: it doesn't include premises, equipment, supplies or staff for the procedure itself, which the hospital or facility funds (SP1).
Billing rules
- The surgical fee includes pre-op preparation, the procedure, recovery care and follow-up until the first post-op visit, but not the major pre-operative visit where the decision to operate is made (SP1–SP2).
- Listed fees are for one side unless stated (SP4). Multiple procedures under the same anaesthetic: 100% for the major one and 85% for the others (SP2).
- Age premiums for surgical procedures apply to patients under 16 (GP64).
- A surgical assistant fee is listed (Y4).
Related codes: E130, E134, E132, E115, E123
Source: Schedule of Benefits (July 1, 2026), Ocular Surgical Procedures, Sclera, Iris and Ciliary Body, page Y4.
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