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CPT 92012 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.

Intrm Oph Exam Est Patient, Ophthalmological Services Medical Examination And Evaluation With Initiation Or Continuation Of Diagnostic And Treatment Program Intermediate Established Patient
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Medicine Services and Procedures

Ophthalmology Services and Procedures

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

25 - Significant, separately identifiable E/M service same day

24 - Unrelated E/M service during postoperative period

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee Schedule$90.52 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 92012
Medicaid Fee Schedule$71.79 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 92012

National average reimbursement for CPT 92012 by major payers:

bcbs

$84.31

uhc

$100.15

aetna

$104.82

cigna

$83.84

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CPT 92012
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Jane Edmond

    Dell Childrens Medical Group

    TXOphthalmology PhysicianNPI 1023007432Tax ID 74-2800601

    $211.66Published rate
  2. Allan Robbins

    Allan M. Robbins, M.D.

    NYOphthalmology PhysicianNPI 1932144060Tax ID 16-1114119

    $108.55Published rate
  3. Jason Wanner

    Chesapeake Eye Care & Laser Center, P.C.

    MDOphthalmology PhysicianNPI 1558377713Tax ID 52-2124249

    $88.62Published rate
  4. Elaine Thung

    Eye Physicians Of North Houston PA

    TXOphthalmology PhysicianNPI 1184898553Tax ID 76-0154788

    $68.08Published rate
  5. Fiaz Zaman

    Bella Vista Eyecare Associates PA / Brookwood Eyecare Inc / Scrc Group Ltd LLP

    TXOphthalmology PhysicianNPI 1073508164Tax ID 74-6001399

    $37.00Published rate

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CPT 92012 vs. Other Ophthalmology Services and Procedures Codes

The CPT 92012 code is part of the Medicine Services and Procedures services used for Ophthalmology Services and Procedures. 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 92012 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
92002-CPTLowIntrm Oph Exam New Patient, Ophthalmological Services Medical Examination And Evaluation With Initiation Of Diagnostic And Treatment Program Intermediate New Patient
92004-CPTLowOphthalmological Services Med, Ophthalmological Services Medical Examination Andevaluation With Initiation Of Diagnostic And Treatment Program Comprehensive New Patient One Or More Visits
92012-CPTLowIntrm Oph Exam Est Patient, Ophthalmological Services Medical Examination And Evaluation With Initiation Or Continuation Of Diagnostic And Treatment Program Intermediate Established Patient
92014-CPTLowCompre Oph Exam Est Pt 1, Ophthalmological Services Medical Examination And Evaluation With Initiation Or Continuation Of Diagnostic And Treatment Program Comprehensive Established Patient 1 Or More Visits

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 92012. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 92012 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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