V2787 HCPCS code: Astigmatism correcting function of intraocular lens
V2787 is the HCPCS Level II code for astigmatism correcting function of intraocular lens. Its Medicare coverage code is S (Non-covered by Medicare statute): Medicare is barred by law from covering it.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | V codes — Vision, hearing and speech-language pathology services |
| Coverage code | S — Non-covered by Medicare statute |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | Z2 |
| Added | 2008-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2008-01-01 |
Related codes Medicare does pay
Medicare does not pay under V2787. These codes in the same V27 family carry a current DMEPOS fee:
- V2700 — Balance lens, per lens: $53.63–$99.58
- V2710 — Slab off prism, glass or plastic, per lens: $78.50–$154.85
- V2715 — Prism, per lens: $14.23–$97.78
- V2718 — Press-on lens, fresnell prism, per lens: $34.95–$96.72
- V2730 — Special base curve, glass or plastic, per lens: $7.60–$37.36
- V2744 — Tint, photochromatic, per lens: $15.43–$26.78
- V2745 — Addition to lens; tint, any color, solid, gradient or equal, excludes photochromatic, any lens material, per lens: $12.57–$16.76
- V2750 — Anti-reflective coating, per lens: $23.37–$48.05
What changed for V2787
- 2008-01-01: V2787 added to HCPCS Level II
- Next scheduled CMS quarterly update (HCPCS and DMEPOS fee schedule): 2027-01-01
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code V2787?
V2787 is the HCPCS Level II code for astigmatism correcting function of intraocular lens. Short descriptor: "Astigmatism-correct function".
Does Medicare cover V2787?
Coverage code S — Non-covered by Medicare statute. Medicare is barred by law from covering it.
Which related codes does Medicare pay instead of V2787?
Codes in the same V27 family with a DMEPOS fee include V2700 ($53.63–$99.58), V2710 ($78.50–$154.85), V2715 ($14.23–$97.78). Check the item matches the code's descriptor before billing.
Related V27 codes
- V2700 — Balance lens, per lens ($53.63–$99.58)
- V2702 — Deluxe lens feature
- V2710 — Slab off prism, glass or plastic, per lens ($78.50–$154.85)
- V2715 — Prism, per lens ($14.23–$97.78)
- V2718 — Press-on lens, fresnell prism, per lens ($34.95–$96.72)
- V2730 — Special base curve, glass or plastic, per lens ($7.60–$37.36)
- V2744 — Tint, photochromatic, per lens ($15.43–$26.78)
- V2745 — Addition to lens; tint, any color, solid, gradient or equal, excludes photochromatic, any lens material, per lens ($12.57–$16.76)
- V2750 — Anti-reflective coating, per lens ($23.37–$48.05)
- V2755 — U-v lens, per lens ($14.47–$27.11)
- V2756 — Eye glass case
- V2760 — Scratch resistant coating, per lens ($10.06–$36.57)
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Next steps
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2025; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule; CMS NCCI MUE tables; CMS Medicare utilization (physician and DME supplier files); CMS Medicare Coverage Database articles. Fees are Medicare allowables, not commercial rates. Not billing or legal advice.