67113 Repair retinal detach complex
Also known as: complex RD repair, recurrent detachment surgery, salvage vitrectomy, advanced RD repair
Repair of complex or recurrent rhegmatogenous retinal detachment requiring advanced techniques including extensive vitrectomy, membrane dissection, and specialized tamponade.
In Plain Language
complicated retinal detachment surgery; repair of detachment after previous surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for recurrent detachments after initial surgery, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, giant retinal tears, or extensive proliferation requiring extended dissection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.53 |
| Total RVU | 18.53 |
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 18.53, this code ranks in the 80th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67113?
CPT 67113 (Repair retinal detach complex) is a Surgery code. Repair of complex or recurrent rhegmatogenous retinal detachment requiring advanced techniques including extensive vitrectomy, membrane dissection, and specialized tamponade.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67113?
The work RVU for CPT 67113 is 18.53. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Retina. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67113 used?
Performed for recurrent detachments after initial surgery, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, giant retinal tears, or extensive proliferation requiring extended dissection.
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