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65765 Keratophakia

Surgery

Also known as: keratophakia, historical refractive surgery

Keratophakia.

In Plain Language

implanting lens in cornea; early refractive procedure

Clinical Context

Historical refractive surgery technique involving corneal implant. Largely replaced by modern procedures like LASIK and intraocular lens implantation.

RVU Information

CPT 65765 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.

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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.

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 Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.

Specialties

refractive surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 65765?

CPT 65765 (Keratophakia) is a Surgery code. Keratophakia.

What is the wRVU value for CPT 65765?

The work RVU for CPT 65765 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by refractive surgery.

When is CPT 65765 used?

Historical refractive surgery technique involving corneal implant. Largely replaced by modern procedures like LASIK and intraocular lens implantation.

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