HCPCS Code V2788: Presbyopia correcting function of intraocular lens

No. V2788 reflects a presbyopia-correcting upgrade beyond the standard intraocular lens and is not reimbursed by Medicare or most private insurers. The patient is responsible for the additional cost, and documentation of informed consent should confirm their financial responsibility.

Yes. V2632 (posterior chamber IOL) must be billed with the cataract surgery CPT code to represent the covered portion of the procedure. V2788 is then added to capture the presbyopia-correcting function as a separate, non-covered item.

Yes. Append GY to identify V2788 as a statutorily excluded service. This ensures Medicare treats the charge as patient liability, in line with billing requirements for premium IOL features.