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Top 10 ophthalmology procedures
Vision care plays a major role in the U.S. healthcare system, with millions of people relying on routine eye exams, diagnostics, and surgical procedures to maintain or restore sight.
According to the CDC, an estimated 12 million U.S. adults over age 40 live with some form of vision impairment, making eye health one of the most widely accessed specialties. Moreover, vision disability is one of the top 10 disabilities among adults 18 years and older.
Using data from the Atlas All-Payor Claims dataset, we identified the top 10 ophthalmology procedures in 2024 based on CPT and HCPCS code volume to highlight the services most frequently delivered by eye care providers. The analysis includes procedure codes specifically categorized under the ophthalmology service line.
| Rank | Code | Code description | Explore dataset |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 92014 | Ophthalmological services: comprehensive, established patient | Explore |
| 2 | 92134 | Scanning computerized ophthalmic imaging, retina | Explore |
| 3 | 92015 | Determination of refractive state | Explore |
| 4 | 99173 | Screening test of visual acuity, bilateral | Explore |
| 5 | 66984 | Cataract removal with lens insertion (without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation) | Explore |
| 6 | 92250 | Fundus photography with interpretation | Explore |
| 7 | 67028 | Intravitreal injection of pharmacologic agent | Explore |
| 8 | 92012 | Ophthalmological services: intermediate, established patient | Explore |
| 9 | 92004 | Ophthalmological services: comprehensive, new patient | Explore |
| 10 | 92133 | Scanning computerized ophthalmic imaging, optic nerve | Explore |
Fig 1. Data is from the Definitive Healthcare Atlas All-Payor Medical Claims dataset. Data accessed April 2025.
Which ophthalmology procedure was performed the most in 2024?
Based on data from the Atlas All-Payor Claims dataset, the most frequently performed ophthalmology procedure was CPT 92014, comprehensive eye exam for an established patient. This code reflects routine, ongoing ophthalmic care and highlights the importance of continued management for patients with chronic or progressive eye conditions. This was followed by CPT 92134, which covers retinal imaging using scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging, indicating a strong focus on retinal disease monitoring and diagnosis. The third most common procedure was CPT 92015, for determining a patient’s refractive state, underscoring the high demand for vision correction assessments.
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