67027 Implant eye drug system
Also known as: intravitreal implant, drug delivery implant, Ozurdex, dexamethasone implant, sustained release implant
Implantation of drug delivery system into or near the eye for sustained release of therapeutic medication (intraocular implant for steroid, antibiotic, or anti-inflammatory agents).
In Plain Language
implanted medication in eye; slow-release drug device placement
Clinical Context
Used for chronic eye conditions requiring long-term treatment: diabetic macular edema, retinal vein occlusion, uveitis, macular degeneration; avoids repeated injections.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.33 |
| Total RVU | 11.33 |
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 11.33, this code ranks in the 63rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67027?
CPT 67027 (Implant eye drug system) is a Surgery code. Implantation of drug delivery system into or near the eye for sustained release of therapeutic medication (intraocular implant for steroid, antibiotic, or anti-inflammatory agents).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67027?
The work RVU for CPT 67027 is 11.33. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Retina, Uveology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67027 used?
Used for chronic eye conditions requiring long-term treatment: diabetic macular edema, retinal vein occlusion, uveitis, macular degeneration; avoids repeated injections.
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