0379T Vis field assmnt tech suppt
Also known as: visual field technician support, visual field assistance
Visual field assessment with technical support and evaluation during the testing procedure. Personnel assistance and technical support during visual field testing.
In Plain Language
Help during eye side vision test; Vision test technical support
Clinical Context
Used for patients requiring assistance during visual field testing. Ensures valid, reliable testing completion.
RVU Information
CPT 0379T 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 0379T?
CPT 0379T (Vis field assmnt tech suppt) is a Category III code. Visual field assessment with technical support and evaluation during the testing procedure. Personnel assistance and technical support during visual field testing.
Is 0379T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0379T 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 0379T used?
Used for patients requiring assistance during visual field testing. Ensures valid, reliable testing completion.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against national data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.