65865 Incise inner eye adhesions
Also known as: anterior synechiae laser incision, adhesiolysis laser
Incision of anterior synechiae (with or without injection of aqueous); laser surgery.
In Plain Language
laser surgery to cut adhesions in front of eye
Clinical Context
Laser incision of anterior synechiae for angle-closure glaucoma or uveitic disease. Restores angle access.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.63 |
| Total RVU | 5.63 |
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 5.63, this code ranks in the 38th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 65865?
CPT 65865 (Incise inner eye adhesions) is a Surgery code. Incision of anterior synechiae (with or without injection of aqueous); laser surgery.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 65865?
The work RVU for CPT 65865 is 5.63. This code is primarily used by glaucoma surgery, uveology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 65865 used?
Laser incision of anterior synechiae for angle-closure glaucoma or uveitic disease. Restores angle access.
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