65273 Repair of eye wound
Also known as: corneal perforation repair, keratoplasty
Repair of full thickness corneal wound or penetrating keratoplasty without foreign body removal.
In Plain Language
repairing hole through cornea; stitching full-thickness corneal cut
Clinical Context
Surgical repair of penetrating corneal wounds from sharp trauma without embedded foreign material. Requires precise wound apposition and suturing to restore structural integrity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.03 |
| Total RVU | 5.03 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 5.03, this code ranks in the 34th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 65273?
CPT 65273 (Repair of eye wound) is a Surgery code. Repair of full thickness corneal wound or penetrating keratoplasty without foreign body removal.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 65273?
The work RVU for CPT 65273 is 5.03. This code is primarily used by corneal surgery, microsurgery, trauma. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 65273 used?
Surgical repair of penetrating corneal wounds from sharp trauma without embedded foreign material. Requires precise wound apposition and suturing to restore structural integrity.
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