Upon receipt of my 2006 CPT codebook, I realize codes 92330, Prescription, fitting, and supply of ocular prosthesis (artificial eye), with medical supervision of adaptation, and 92335, Prescription of ocular prosthesis (artificial eye) and direction of fitting and supply by independent technician, with medical supervision of adaptation, have been deleted for 2006. Therefore, in light of these code deletions, what are the appropriate codes to report for these services? ...
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Article Overview
This coding update discusses changes in the 2006 CPT ophthalmology section affecting ocular prosthesis-related services. It is written for medical coders, ophthalmology practices, and billing staff who need to understand the scope of the deleted services, the general categories of replacement reporting guidance, and where supply items are now addressed in other code systems. The article also notes revisions to contact lens services guidance tied to those deletions.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding code deletions and where related services and supplies are now reported helps prevent outdated CPT use and supports more accurate ophthalmology billing workflows.
Article Sections
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Code deletions and replacement guidance
Covers the 2006 CPT deletions in ophthalmology and the broad categories of replacement reporting guidance for related physician services.
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Revisions to contact lens services and supply reporting
Describes related changes to ophthalmology guidance for supply reporting and the shift to other code systems for visual aids and prosthetics.
What You Will Learn
- Which ophthalmology coding areas were affected by the 2006 updates
- What general types of reporting guidance were provided after the deletions
- How the article frames the relationship between service reporting and supply reporting
- Why related ophthalmology guidance was revised in the same update
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Ophthalmology billing staff
- Physician practices
- Coding auditors
- Revenue cycle professionals
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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