New CPT Codes Effective January 1, 2027
This section lists the new eyecare-related CPT codes that are effective January 1, 2027.
| New Code | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1080T* | Insertion, intracapsular magnifier, with attachment to previously placed intraocular lens |
Implanted low-vision aid; AAO notes geographic atrophy as an initial indication. |
| 1084T* | Implantation of scaffolding allograft to reinforce the suprachoroidal space | Supports a pathway for aqueous outflow. |
| 1090T* | Attachment and insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis-mounted drug-eluting implant (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) | Add-on code: report with one of the listed primary procedures—66982, 66983, 66984, 66985, 66986, 66987, 66988, 66989, or 66991. |
| 1098T* | Placement of subretinal prosthesis, including vitrectomy | Includes vitrectomy. Do not report with 67036, 67039–67043, or 0100T. For placement of a retinal prosthesis, use 0100T. |
| 1115T | Transconjunctival application of cooling probes to long ciliary nerves to control ocular pain, unilateral | The code is for a unilateral procedure. For bilateral treatment, report 1115T with modifier 50. |
| 1140T | Manual ab externo trephination of sclera (sclerostomy) and trabecular meshwork (trabeculostomy), including injection of antifibrotic agents, when performed | Do not report with 65800, 65815, 65850, 66020, 66030, 66170, 66172, 92020, 0621T, or 1012T. The AMA directs users to those other codes for specified procedures: ab externo trabeculotomy (65850); trabeculectomy without prior surgery (66170) or with scarring from prior surgery or trauma (66172); laser trabeculostomy ab interno (0621T); and motorized sclerostomy or trabeculostomy (1012T). |
* Effective date was October 1, 2026