65450 Treatment of corneal lesion
Also known as: corneal lesion destruction, corneal cautery
Destruction of lesion of cornea by cryotherapy, photocoagulation, or thermocautery.
In Plain Language
destroying abnormal corneal tissue with heat or cold; treating corneal scar or lesion
Clinical Context
Destruction of corneal dystrophy, scarring, or benign lesions using cryotherapy, laser, or cautery. Selective approach depends on lesion characteristics and location.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.38 |
| Total RVU | 3.38 |
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 3.38, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 65450?
CPT 65450 (Treatment of corneal lesion) is a Surgery code. Destruction of lesion of cornea by cryotherapy, photocoagulation, or thermocautery.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 65450?
The work RVU for CPT 65450 is 3.38. This code is primarily used by corneal surgery, ophthalmology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 65450 used?
Destruction of corneal dystrophy, scarring, or benign lesions using cryotherapy, laser, or cautery. Selective approach depends on lesion characteristics and location.
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