67412 Explore/treat eye socket
Also known as: orbital exploration and treatment, orbit debridement
Exploration and treatment of orbit with selective tissue removal or drainage to manage infection, inflammation, or mass lesion with therapeutic intervention.
In Plain Language
surgery to treat eye socket infection or lesion
Clinical Context
Used for mixed exploration/treatment cases such as infected fat or tissue removal without requiring full orbital exenteration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.04 |
| Total RVU | 10.04 |
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 10.04, this code ranks in the 59th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67412?
CPT 67412 (Explore/treat eye socket) is a Surgery code. Exploration and treatment of orbit with selective tissue removal or drainage to manage infection, inflammation, or mass lesion with therapeutic intervention.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67412?
The work RVU for CPT 67412 is 10.04. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Orbit, Oculoplastics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67412 used?
Used for mixed exploration/treatment cases such as infected fat or tissue removal without requiring full orbital exenteration.
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