92316 C-lens fitg tech aphakia ou
Also known as: aphakic tech bilateral, technician-assisted bilateral aphakic, bilateral post-cataract tech
Contact lens fitting using technician-aided service for aphakic both eyes correction.
In Plain Language
technician-assisted lens for both eyes; bilateral post-surgery tech fit
Clinical Context
Technician-assisted fitting of bilateral aphakic contact lenses for post-bilateral cataract extraction patients.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.66 |
| Total RVU | 0.66 |
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 0.66, this code ranks in the 42nd percentile among Medicine codes — 1.2x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92316?
CPT 92316 (C-lens fitg tech aphakia ou) is a Medicine code. Contact lens fitting using technician-aided service for aphakic both eyes correction.
Who uses CPT code 92316?
CPT 92316 is used by Ophthalmology, Cataract Surgery, Optometry. Technician-assisted fitting of bilateral aphakic contact lenses for post-bilateral cataract extraction patients.
When is CPT 92316 used?
Technician-assisted fitting of bilateral aphakic contact lenses for post-bilateral cataract extraction patients.
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