65756 Corneal transplant endothelial
Also known as: endothelial keratoplasty, Descemet stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK), Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK)
Corneal transplant; endothelial keratoplasty, initial graft.
In Plain Language
transplanting inner layer of cornea; replacing corneal endothelium only
Clinical Context
Endothelial keratoplasty for Fuchs dystrophy or post-surgical corneal edema. Preserves anterior cornea, better visual outcomes, and lower rejection rates than penetrating grafts.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.42 |
| Total RVU | 16.42 |
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 16.42, this code ranks in the 76th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 65756?
CPT 65756 (Corneal transplant endothelial) is a Surgery code. Corneal transplant; endothelial keratoplasty, initial graft.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 65756?
The work RVU for CPT 65756 is 16.42. This code is primarily used by corneal surgery, refractive surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 65756 used?
Endothelial keratoplasty for Fuchs dystrophy or post-surgical corneal edema. Preserves anterior cornea, better visual outcomes, and lower rejection rates than penetrating grafts.
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