99172 Ocular function screening
Also known as: eye screening, vision screening, ocular exam
Ocular function screening evaluation of visual system and eye health including assessment of visual acuity, eye alignment, and basic ocular function.
In Plain Language
basic eye health check
Clinical Context
Used for basic ocular function screening to detect visual abnormalities or eye disease in pediatric or primary care settings.
RVU Information
CPT 99172 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 99172?
CPT 99172 (Ocular function screening) is a Medicine code. Ocular function screening evaluation of visual system and eye health including assessment of visual acuity, eye alignment, and basic ocular function.
Who uses CPT code 99172?
CPT 99172 is used by Ophthalmology, Optometry, Primary Care. Used for basic ocular function screening to detect visual abnormalities or eye disease in pediatric or primary care settings.
When is CPT 99172 used?
Used for basic ocular function screening to detect visual abnormalities or eye disease in pediatric or primary care settings.
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