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0810T Subrta njx prescription agt with vtrc

Category III

Also known as: subretinal injection, retinal agent injection

Subretinal injection of therapeutic agent with vitreous aspiration. Intravitreal administration of medication with simultaneous fluid drainage for treatment of retinal conditions.

In Plain Language

Injecting medicine under the retina to treat eye disease; Eye injection with fluid removal

Clinical Context

Used to deliver therapeutic agents directly under the retina for treatment of age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, or other retinal pathology.

RVU Information

CPT 0810T 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

OphthalmologyRetinal Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 0810T?

CPT 0810T (Subrta njx prescription agt with vtrc) is a Category III code. Subretinal injection of therapeutic agent with vitreous aspiration. Intravitreal administration of medication with simultaneous fluid drainage for treatment of retinal conditions.

Is 0810T a permanent CPT code?

No — 0810T 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 0810T used?

Used to deliver therapeutic agents directly under the retina for treatment of age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, or other retinal pathology.

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