92081 Limited visual field xm
Also known as: limited visual field, confrontation fields, screening visual field
Limited visual field examination using confrontation or basic perimetry to screen for gross defects.
In Plain Language
basic side vision test; simple eye field exam
Clinical Context
Screening assessment of visual field for gross defects in glaucoma suspects, optic neuropathy, or neurological conditions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.29 |
| Total RVU | 0.29 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.29, this code ranks in the 18th percentile among Medicine codes — 2.7x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92081?
CPT 92081 (Limited visual field xm) is a Medicine code. Limited visual field examination using confrontation or basic perimetry to screen for gross defects.
Who uses CPT code 92081?
CPT 92081 is used by Ophthalmology, Neurology, Internal Medicine. Screening assessment of visual field for gross defects in glaucoma suspects, optic neuropathy, or neurological conditions.
When is CPT 92081 used?
Screening assessment of visual field for gross defects in glaucoma suspects, optic neuropathy, or neurological conditions.
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