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15821 Blepharp lower eyelid fat pad

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: lower lid blepharoplasty fat, lower eye bag and skin removal

Blepharoplasty of lower eyelid including removal of excess skin and fat. Eyelid surgery addressing both skin and orbital fat.

Clinical Context

Used for lower eyelid bags with fatty herniation and excess skin requiring both skin and fat removal.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.67
Practice Expense RVU11.67
Malpractice RVU0.65
Total RVU18.99

Est. Medicare Payment

$634.27

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Oculoplastic SurgeryPlastic Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.