Medicare Reimbursement for Corneal Topography
Topic: Corneal Topography
Sponsor: Topcon Medical Systems
Updated: 02/01/2022
This FAQ addresses the following:
- Does Medicare cover corneal topography (CT) with Topcon’s devices?
- What conditions are typically covered for CT?
- What documentation is required in the medical record to support a charge for CT?
- What CPT code describes this test?
- What is the reimbursement for 92025?
- Is CT bundled with other services?
- Must the physician be present while the CT is being performed?
- How often may CT be repeated?
- Will Medicare cover CT prior to cataract surgery?
- What is Medicare’s position on CT and refractive surgery?
- May I ever bill the Medicare beneficiary directly for this service?