65782 Ocular reconst transplant
Also known as: mucosal graft for pemphigoid, oral mucosa graft
Ocular surface reconstruction for cicatricial pemphigoid; mucosal graft; first 100 square millimeters or less.
In Plain Language
grafting mouth tissue to repair severely scarred eye
Clinical Context
Mucosal graft (usually oral mucosa) for extensive ocular surface disease in cicatricial pemphigoid. Advanced reconstruction technique for severe scarring.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.04 |
| Total RVU | 15.04 |
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 15.04, 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 65782?
CPT 65782 (Ocular reconst transplant) is a Surgery code. Ocular surface reconstruction for cicatricial pemphigoid; mucosal graft; first 100 square millimeters or less.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 65782?
The work RVU for CPT 65782 is 15.04. This code is primarily used by ocular surface surgery, reconstructive surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 65782 used?
Mucosal graft (usually oral mucosa) for extensive ocular surface disease in cicatricial pemphigoid. Advanced reconstruction technique for severe scarring.
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