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67405 Explore/drainage eye socket

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: orbital drainage, abscess drainage, hematoma drainage

Exploration of orbit with drainage of abscess, fluid collection, or hematoma to relieve pressure and obtain culture material from infected or inflammatory orbital space.

Clinical Context

Performed for orbital cellulitis with abscess, cavernous sinus thrombosis, or traumatic hematoma requiring urgent drainage.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.97
Practice Expense RVU14.32
Malpractice RVU0.71
Total RVU24.00

Est. Medicare Payment

$801.60

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

Specialties

OphthalmologyOrbitOculoplastics

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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.