67415 Aspiration orbital contents
Also known as: orbital aspiration, needle aspiration, orbital fluid drainage
Aspiration of orbital contents to obtain diagnostic material or relieve pressure from fluid collection, mass, or inflammatory process.
In Plain Language
needle biopsy or drainage of eye socket
Clinical Context
Minimally invasive diagnostic procedure for orbital fluid, hemorrhage, or cyst; provides material for culture or cytology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.72 |
| Total RVU | 1.72 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.72, this code ranks in the 11th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67415?
CPT 67415 (Aspiration orbital contents) is a Surgery code. Aspiration of orbital contents to obtain diagnostic material or relieve pressure from fluid collection, mass, or inflammatory process.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67415?
The work RVU for CPT 67415 is 1.72. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Orbit.
When is CPT 67415 used?
Minimally invasive diagnostic procedure for orbital fluid, hemorrhage, or cyst; provides material for culture or cytology.
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