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V2530 Contact lens gas impermeable

V Codes (Vision)

Also known as: gas impermeable lens, hard lens, rigid lens

Contact lens made of gas impermeable material, providing limited oxygen transmission. Hard material offering excellent optical quality and durability.

In Plain Language

hard contact lens

Clinical Context

Used for patients able to tolerate gas impermeable material, offering excellent optical performance.

RVU Information

CPT V2530 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.

Billing & Documentation

V-codes cover vision services, supplies, and equipment including lenses, frames, and hearing aids. A valid prescription from an authorized provider is required. Document the specific product dispensed, measurements, and clinical indication.

Specialties

OptometryContact Lens Fitting

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code V2530?

CPT V2530 (Contact lens gas impermeable) is a V Codes (Vision) code. Contact lens made of gas impermeable material, providing limited oxygen transmission. Hard material offering excellent optical quality and durability.

Does Medicare cover V2530?

Medicare coverage for V2530 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used for patients able to tolerate gas impermeable material, offering excellent optical performance. A physician order is typically required.

When is CPT V2530 used?

Used for patients able to tolerate gas impermeable material, offering excellent optical performance.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.