92284 Diagnosis dark adaptation examination i & r
Also known as: dark adaptation test, scotopic function test, night vision assessment
Diagnostic dark adaptation examination with measurement of scotopic vision recovery time and light sensitivity.
In Plain Language
night vision test; low light vision assessment
Clinical Context
Assessment of dark adaptation and scotopic vision function to evaluate night blindness and vitamin A deficiency in retinal disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.28 |
| Total RVU | 0.28 |
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 0.28, this code ranks in the 17th percentile among Medicine codes — 2.8x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92284?
CPT 92284 (Diagnosis dark adaptation examination i & r) is a Medicine code. Diagnostic dark adaptation examination with measurement of scotopic vision recovery time and light sensitivity.
Who uses CPT code 92284?
CPT 92284 is used by Ophthalmology, Retina Specialists, Internal Medicine. Assessment of dark adaptation and scotopic vision function to evaluate night blindness and vitamin A deficiency in retinal disease.
When is CPT 92284 used?
Assessment of dark adaptation and scotopic vision function to evaluate night blindness and vitamin A deficiency in retinal disease.
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