67515 Inject/treat eye socket
Also known as: sclerosing injection, orbital sclerosis, therapeutic drainage injection
Injection of therapeutic sclerosing or healing agent into orbital space to promote drainage, inflammation reduction, or tissue adhesion.
In Plain Language
injection to help drain or heal eye socket
Clinical Context
Used for orbital cysts, lymphatic malformations, or inflammatory conditions; promotes internal drainage or tissue fibrosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.73 |
| Total RVU | 0.73 |
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 0.73, this code ranks in the 2nd percentile among Surgery codes — 11.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67515?
CPT 67515 (Inject/treat eye socket) is a Surgery code. Injection of therapeutic sclerosing or healing agent into orbital space to promote drainage, inflammation reduction, or tissue adhesion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67515?
The work RVU for CPT 67515 is 0.73. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Orbit.
When is CPT 67515 used?
Used for orbital cysts, lymphatic malformations, or inflammatory conditions; promotes internal drainage or tissue fibrosis.
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