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CPT 65420 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Exc/Transpose Pterygium
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa

Common Place of Service

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

11 - Office

Common Modifiers

None

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 65420
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 65420

National average reimbursement for CPT 65420 by major payers:

bcbs

$661.22

uhc

$669.36

aetna

$707.18

cigna

$827.22

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CPT 65420
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Hss Asc Of Manhattan LLC, Hss Asc Of Manhattan

    NYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1346792165Tax ID 47-1353602

    $6,848.00Published rate
  2. Plymouth Orthopedic Surgery Center LLC, Plymouth Orthopedic Surgery Center

    Plymouth Orthopedic Surgery Center LLC

    MNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1477242154Tax ID 88-3632673

    $2,263.00Published rate
  3. Regional Eye Surgery Center, LLC

    MNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1437202967Tax ID 20-8242380

    $1,689.00Published rate
  4. Washington Outpatient Surgery Center, LLC, Washington Outpatient Surgery Center

    Washington Outpatient Surgery Center

    CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1932285871Tax ID 93-0919267

    $1,072.50Published rate
  5. Riverside Surgical Center

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1548594880Tax ID 26-2228384

    $735.00Published rate

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CPT 65420 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa Codes

The CPT 65420 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Eye and Ocular Adnexa. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 65420 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
65410-CPTLowSurgery For Cornea Biopsy, Surgery On The Middle Portion Of The Eye Membrane (Cornea). The Procedure Removes A Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy).
65420-CPTModerateExc/Transpose Pterygium
65426-CPTModerateRepair/Remove Cornea Tissue, Surgery To Remove The Pterygium (Fleshy Tissue That Grows Over The Cornea) And Transplant With Tissue From The Upper Eyelid.
65430-CPTLowSurgery For Cornea Biopsy, Surgery On The Middle Portion Of The Eye Membrane (Cornea). The Procedure Removes A Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy).

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 65420. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 65420 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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