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.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of detached retina; strap placed around eye to reattach retina
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 |
| Total RVU | 3.41 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.41, this code ranks in the 24th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67101?
CPT 67101 (Repair detached retina crtx) is a Surgery code. Repair of rhegmatogenous retinal detachment by means of scleral buckling or pneumatic retinopexy through corneal or limbal approach.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67101?
The work RVU for CPT 67101 is 3.41. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Retina. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 67101 used?
Treatment for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment with breaks; buckle indents sclera to relieve vitreous traction; pneumatic approach uses gas bubble.
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