92136 Ophthalmic biometry
Also known as: biometry, A-scan, IOL calculation
Ophthalmic biometry including measurement of axial length and refractive calculations for intraocular lens power determination.
In Plain Language
eye measurement for cataract surgery; lens power calculation
Clinical Context
Comprehensive biometric measurements including axial length, keratometry, and anterior chamber depth for cataract surgery intraocular lens selection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.53 |
| Total RVU | 0.53 |
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 0.53, this code ranks in the 37th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.5x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92136?
CPT 92136 (Ophthalmic biometry) is a Medicine code. Ophthalmic biometry including measurement of axial length and refractive calculations for intraocular lens power determination.
Who uses CPT code 92136?
CPT 92136 is used by Ophthalmology, Cataract Surgery, Refractive Surgery. Comprehensive biometric measurements including axial length, keratometry, and anterior chamber depth for cataract surgery intraocular lens selection.
When is CPT 92136 used?
Comprehensive biometric measurements including axial length, keratometry, and anterior chamber depth for cataract surgery intraocular lens selection.
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