67334 Revise eye muscle with suture
Also known as: adjustable suture placement, hang-loose technique
Add-on code for placement of adjustable suture or suture modification technique during extraocular muscle surgery for improved postoperative fine-tuning capability.
In Plain Language
special suture technique for muscle adjustment
Clinical Context
Allows postoperative adjustment of muscle position using topical anesthetic; improves final alignment accuracy; can be performed days after initial surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.01 |
| Total RVU | 2.01 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.01, this code ranks in the 14th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67334?
CPT 67334 (Revise eye muscle with suture) is a Surgery code. Add-on code for placement of adjustable suture or suture modification technique during extraocular muscle surgery for improved postoperative fine-tuning capability.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67334?
The work RVU for CPT 67334 is 2.01. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Neuro-Ophthalmology.
When is CPT 67334 used?
Allows postoperative adjustment of muscle position using topical anesthetic; improves final alignment accuracy; can be performed days after initial surgery.
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