Ophthalmology and Optometry Coding Alert

Codes for corneal ring segments, among others, are coming – test your knowledge now to prep for next year.

The last issue of Ophthalmology Coding Alert introduced you to several CPT® additions and revisions to keep your eye on next year (see “Get Ready for Corneal Ring Segment, Collagen Cross-Linking Codes,” Vol. 18, No. 10, Ophthalmology Coding Alert). Now it’s time to test your knowledge to see if you’re ready for the changes coming next year.

Question 1: Which new CPT® code represents the implantation of intrastromal corneal ring segments?

A: 0009T

B: 0099T

C: 65785

D: 67585

Question 2: Which new Category III code describes corneal collagen cross-linking, also known as CXL, C3-R, CCL, and KXL?

A: 0042T

B: 0204T

C: 0402T

D: 0420T

Question 3: Which of these retinal detachment codes is CPT® deleting in 2016?

A: 67105

B: 67107

C: 67108

D: 67111

Question 4: Which Category III code for transciliary filtration, otherwise known as Singh filtration, does CPT® 2016 delete?

A: 0123T

B: 0213T

C: 0312T

D: 3210T

How did you do? See the “Coding Quiz Answer Key” elsewhere in this issue to check your responses.