Use this code when you are fitting soft contact lenses or corneal GP lenses, unless the patient has aphakia. This is a bilateral code, so you would only bill this code once, even if you fit both eyes. 92311 Contact lens fitting of a corneal lens for aphakia, one eye.
92310 Contact lens fitting for corneal lenses, both eyes, except for aphakia. Use this code when you are fitting soft contact lenses or corneal GP lenses, unless the patient has aphakia. This is a bilateral code, so you would only bill this code once, even if you fit both eyes. 92311 Contact lens fitting of a corneal lens for aphakia, one eye.
Make sure to bill the appropriate material code (V code) that most closely matches the material and design of the lenses: V2513: Gas-permeable lens, extended wear, per lens. V2530: Hybrid contact lens. V2531: Gas-permeable scleral lens, per lens. V2599: Contact lens, other type, per lens.
V2531 Contact Lens, GP, Scleral, Per Lens Use this code when fitting scleral lenses (including corneo-scleral, mini-scleral, or full scleral). Do not use V2530, which is a scleral lens that is gas-impermeable.
ICD-10 Code for Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings- Z01. 00- Codify by AAPC.
In addition to the basic eye examination, a contact lens fitting is reimbursable with CPT® codes 92071, 92072 and 92310 thru 92312 for recipients with medically necessary conditions.
For claims for screening for syphilis in pregnant women at increased risk for STIs use the following ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes: • Z11. 3 - Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission; • and any of: Z72.
ICD-10 code H52. 13 for Myopia, bilateral is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the eye and adnexa .
Types of Contact Lenses Medical necessity exists when there is an underlying medical eye disease or condition, such as keratoconus, corneal transplantation, corneal scarring, Sjögren's Syndrome, ocular graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), neurotrophic keratitis, trichiasis, or Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
HCPCS code V2510 for Contact lens, gas permeable, spherical, per lens as maintained by CMS falls under Assorted Contact Lenses .
ICD-10 code Z11. 8 for Encounter for screening for other infectious and parasitic diseases is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Factors influencing health status and contact with health services .
Use code Z00. 01 as the primary code as well as the codes for the chronic condition(s). When to use code Z00. 00: Patient presents for an Annual Wellness Visit (AWV).
ICD-10 Code for Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission- Z11. 3- Codify by AAPC.
ICD-10-CM Code for Regular astigmatism, bilateral H52. 223.
Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands H04. 123 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM H04. 123 became effective on October 1, 2021.
In nearsightedness (myopia), the point of focus is in front of the retina, making distant objects appear blurry. Nearsightedness (myopia) is a common vision condition in which you can see objects near to you clearly, but objects farther away are blurry.
92312 Contact lens fitting of a corneal lens for aphakia, both eyes. Use this code if you are fitting a soft contact lens or corneal GP lens for a patient who has aphakia if you are fitting both eyes. 92313 Contact lens fitting of a corneoscleral lens, both eyes.
V2531 Contact Lens, GP, Scleral, Per Lens Use this code when fitting scleral lenses (including corneo-scleral, mini-scleral, or full scleral). Do not use V2530, which is a scleral lens that is gas-impermeable.
When fitting soft lenses for bandage lens use, there can always be concern pertaining to the risk of infection and other complications. Off-label use for longer wearing periods including daily disposable lenses also increases potential risk. However, in some cases, the benefits clearly outweigh the risks. Additionally, informed consent and access to emergency care, if necessary, adequately address the medicolegal concerns.
The codes for aphakic contact lens fits are either 92311 (for one eye) or 92312 (for both eyes). CPT defines these as: 1. 92311: “Prescription of optical and physical characteristics of and fitting of contact lens, with medical supervision of adaptation; corneal lens for aphakia, one eye.”. 92312: “Prescription of optical ...
If you’re prescribing and fitting for only one eye, add modifier -52 (for “reduced services”). In addition, because “elective contact lenses” may be a covered benefit by your refractive carriers, it’s vital that you understand what your obligations are under your contract. 3.
Use CPT 92310, which is defined as: “Prescription of optical and physical characteristics of and fitting of contact lens, with medical supervision of adaptation; corneal lens, both eyes, except for aphakia.” 1. Note that CPT 92310 is for both eyes.
Contact lens wearers do require more time and follow-up; that additional service is worth something. When setting the various levels of fees, it is important to consider whether it’s an established contact lens patient, a first-time multifocal wearer or a newly-diagnosed keratoconic patient.
Most vision insurances are billed this way. They usually accept a contact lens fitting code (9231X) as one fee, then the V codes as another fee.
An example may look like this: 1 Jane Doe, 1-1-2001, ID# 1234, Plan XYZ 2 Diagnosis: corneal transplant status, ICD 10 code Z94.7 3 CPT code (s): 92310 (Prescription of Optical and Physical Characteristics of and Fitting of Contact Lens, with Medical Supervision of Adaptation; Corneal Lens, Both Eyes, Except for Aphakia) 4 V code (s): V2511-RT and V2511-LT (contact lens, GP, toric, per lens) 5 Usual and customary rate: $500 for 92310, $250 for V2511-RT, and $250 for V2511-LT 6 Patient has met his or her deductible in full; the co-pay for medically necessary contact lens services and materials is $25 7 The expected reimbursement from the insurance based on diagnosis code, CPT code, V codes, and allowed amounts is $400 total, according to Mary at Insurance Company A.
Step 1 The first step for specialty lens billing is to contact a patient’s insurance (vision and/or medical) and obtain a prior authorization for medically necessary contact lens coverage. This may not occur until after you see patients, so often it cannot be done prior to their appointment.
Billing and coding are a source of frustration for both practitioners and patients. Reimbursement methods and rates vary drastically between carriers and even sometimes between patients. Often, it is difficult to obtain a clear answer on what the proper method is, what codes to use, and how to determine coverage.
This is very typical, and each insurance has a different contracted rate. This is why it is so important to obtain prior authorizations before fitting medically necessary lenses. As the practitioner, you should be fully aware of the expected reimbursement prior to initiating any contact lens fitting.
At the first visit, an exam is billed and coded with a 92xxx (eye exam codes) or 99xxx series code (E/M codes). Remember, the eye exam codes require the initiation of a diagnostic and treatment plan, while the E/M codes require documentation of history, exam and medical decision making.
Computerized corneal topography, unilateral or bilateral, with interpretation and report. Code 92025 is defined as “unilateral or bilateral,” so reimbursement is the same whether one or both eyes are tested. 76514.
While some optometrists have had success in getting reimbursed for medically necessary contact lens fittings and annual supplies, unfortunately, most insurers will not pay, even with a medical diagnosis.
Follow-up for CL check is usually coded with a 99212 unless there is a new diagnostic/treatment requiring reexamination: ie ocular surface disorder due to the#N#CL wear. Medical necessity and payer determine this.
The explanation of code 92310 in the Coding Companion for Opthalmology 2013 edition includes: "The fitting includes instruciton and training of the wearer and incidental revision of the lens during the training period." This would imply that routine follow-up is included. I have never had a provider bill me for the follow-up within a month of the initial fitting and would not return to any provider who did. Additionally, a follow-up cataract check would probably not meet the criteria of an intermediate eye exam.#N#Karen Hill, CPC, CPMA