67550 Insert eye socket implant
Also known as: orbital implant, eye socket implant, volume replacement implant
Insertion of orbital implant material (hydroxyapatite, porous polyethylene, or silicone) into orbit to restore volume and support eyelid position after enucleation.
In Plain Language
placement of implant in eye socket
Clinical Context
Performed after enucleation (eye removal) to restore orbital volume and maintain normal eyelid and orbital contour; may be wrapped with conjunctiva.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.48 |
| Total RVU | 11.48 |
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 11.48, this code ranks in the 64th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67550?
CPT 67550 (Insert eye socket implant) is a Surgery code. Insertion of orbital implant material (hydroxyapatite, porous polyethylene, or silicone) into orbit to restore volume and support eyelid position after enucleation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67550?
The work RVU for CPT 67550 is 11.48. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67550 used?
Performed after enucleation (eye removal) to restore orbital volume and maintain normal eyelid and orbital contour; may be wrapped with conjunctiva.
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