67110 Repair detached retina
Also known as: subretinal fluid drainage, retinotomy, internal drainage, fluid drainage for RD
Repair of retinal detachment by aspiration or drainage of subretinal fluid (retinotomy approach) to allow retinal reattachment and promote retinal-pigment epithelium adhesion.
In Plain Language
drainage of fluid from under retina; release of pressure under detached retina
Clinical Context
Often used adjunctively with buckle or vitrectomy; drainage retinotomy improves retinal mobility and flattening; carries risk of retinal break extension.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.99 |
| Total RVU | 9.99 |
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 9.99, this code ranks in the 59th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67110?
CPT 67110 (Repair detached retina) is a Surgery code. Repair of retinal detachment by aspiration or drainage of subretinal fluid (retinotomy approach) to allow retinal reattachment and promote retinal-pigment epithelium adhesion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67110?
The work RVU for CPT 67110 is 9.99. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Retina. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67110 used?
Often used adjunctively with buckle or vitrectomy; drainage retinotomy improves retinal mobility and flattening; carries risk of retinal break extension.
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