0100T Prosthesis retina receive & gen
Also known as: retinal prosthesis implant, bionic eye receiver, Argus II implant
Placement of a subconjunctival retinal prosthesis receiver and pulse generator. Category III code for the extraocular component of a retinal prosthesis (bionic eye) system for severe retinal degenerative disease.
In Plain Language
bionic eye receiver implant; electronic eye device placement
Clinical Context
Used for placement of the receiver and pulse generator component of a retinal prosthesis system (e.g., Argus II). Indicated for severe outer retinal degeneration such as retinitis pigmentosa. The device converts visual input from an external camera into electrical stimulation of remaining retinal cells.
RVU Information
CPT 0100T does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Category III codes for emerging technology do not receive RVU assignments. Reimbursement is negotiated with individual payers.
Billing & Documentation
Category III codes are temporary codes for emerging technology, services, and procedures. They are not assigned RVU values by CMS. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer — check with individual insurers before billing. These codes sunset after 5 years if not converted to Category I.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 0100T?
CPT 0100T (Prosthesis retina receive & gen) is a Category III code. Placement of a subconjunctival retinal prosthesis receiver and pulse generator. Category III code for the extraocular component of a retinal prosthesis (bionic eye) system for severe retinal degenerative disease.
Is 0100T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0100T is a Category III temporary code for emerging technology. It may be converted to a permanent Category I code if widely adopted. Category III codes expire after 5 years without renewal.
When is CPT 0100T used?
Used for placement of the receiver and pulse generator component of a retinal prosthesis system (e.g., Argus II). Indicated for severe outer retinal degeneration such as retinitis pigmentosa. The device converts visual input from an external camera into electrical stimulation of remaining retinal cells.
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