67101 Repair detached retina crtx
Also known as: scleral buckle, buckle surgery, pneumatic retinopexy, retinal detachment repair
Repair of rhegmatogenous retinal detachment by means of scleral buckling or pneumatic retinopexy through corneal or limbal approach.
Clinical Context
Treatment for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment with breaks; buckle indents sclera to relieve vitreous traction; pneumatic approach uses gas bubble.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.41 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.37 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.26 |
| Total RVU | 10.04 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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