Name: BIM-IOL System in Open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension: Administration
Published: 2026-09-17T18:17:42-04:00

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Administration

5 evidence topics · 5 sources

Surgical implantation procedure

“In a typical procedure using this system (as depicted in the images below), the proprietary drug pads are securely attached at the haptic-optic junction of our IOL, which is then loaded into a standard IOL injector in the operating room (similar to current IOL preparatory procedures). Using routine cataract surgery techniques, the IOL is then injected through a standard cataract incision directly into the capsular bag of the eye.” (opens the source at this quote in a new tab)

“In use, the drug pads are attached to the SpyGlass IOL by either the sterile technician or the surgeon with the assistance of the primary packaging. Once attached, the system is loaded into a commercially available IOL inserter. Next, the tip of the inserter is placed into the primary incision. Lastly, the system is advanced through the inserter into the capsular bag and implanted in the same manner as other marketed C-loop haptic IOLs.” (opens the source at this quote in a new tab)

Surgical skills and workflow

“The implantation technique should be familiar to most cataract surgeons and does not require a change in the positioning of the microscope or the patient’s head. The IOL is folded and loaded into an off-the-shelf injector and then inserted into the capsular bag through a standard clear corneal incision, similar to standard cataract surgery.” (opens the source at this quote in a new tab)

Lens power range and single-surgeon experience: first-in-human study

“Procedures were performed by a single ophthalmologist; given that cataract surgery approaches vary, other operators may realize challenges with a new product.” (opens the source at this quote in a new tab)
“this study was not designed to explore the frequencies at which target vision was achieved without correction. The lens selection was limited to the + 19.0 to + 25.0 D range.” (opens the source at this quote in a new tab)

Injector compatibility

“Our BIM-IOL System is designed to be compatible with a number of off-the-shelf injectors from various manufacturers. We have a supply agreement with an injector manufacturer to distribute its injector globally for use with the BIM-IOL System.” (opens the source at this quote in a new tab)

Procedure coding: add-on Category III CPT code

“In May 2026, the American Medical Association’s CPT® (Current Procedural Terminology) Editorial Panel approved a new add-on Category III CPT code (+1090T released to AMA website on July 1, 2026) in combination with established Category I CPT codes, such as 66984 and 66991.” (opens the source at this quote in a new tab)