65778 Cover eye with membrane
Also known as: amniotic membrane transplant, AMT, biological dressing
Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures.
In Plain Language
placing special membrane on eye surface; applying fetal tissue dressing to eye
Clinical Context
Placement of amniotic membrane for severe dry eye, ocular surface disease, or protective covering after surgery. Promotes healing and reduces inflammation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.82 |
| Total RVU | 0.82 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.82, this code ranks in the 3rd percentile among Surgery codes — 9.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 65778?
CPT 65778 (Cover eye with membrane) is a Surgery code. Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; without sutures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 65778?
The work RVU for CPT 65778 is 0.82. This code is primarily used by corneal surgery, ocular surface disease.
When is CPT 65778 used?
Placement of amniotic membrane for severe dry eye, ocular surface disease, or protective covering after surgery. Promotes healing and reduces inflammation.
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