65285 Repair of eye wound
Also known as: perforating eye injury repair, conjunctival flap closure
Repair of perforating eye injury with conjunctival flap; primary closure.
In Plain Language
fixing deep puncture wound in eye with flap; using conjunctiva to seal deep eye injury
Clinical Context
Severe penetrating ocular trauma with perforating wounds managed with conjunctival flap advancement for coverage and support. Often includes associated anterior chamber reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.98 |
| Total RVU | 14.98 |
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 14.98, this code ranks in the 73rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 65285?
CPT 65285 (Repair of eye wound) is a Surgery code. Repair of perforating eye injury with conjunctival flap; primary closure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 65285?
The work RVU for CPT 65285 is 14.98. This code is primarily used by trauma surgery, oculoplastic surgery, emergency ophthalmology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 65285 used?
Severe penetrating ocular trauma with perforating wounds managed with conjunctival flap advancement for coverage and support. Often includes associated anterior chamber reconstruction.
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