67801 Remove eyelid lesions
Also known as: multiple eyelid lesion removal, multiple eyelid excision
Excision of multiple eyelid lesions including benign tumors, cysts, or growths requiring separate excisions with primary closure.
In Plain Language
removal of multiple growths from eyelid
Clinical Context
Removal of 2-3 separate eyelid lesions; requires individual excision and closure for each lesion.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.86 |
| Total RVU | 1.86 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.86, this code ranks in the 13th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67801?
CPT 67801 (Remove eyelid lesions) is a Surgery code. Excision of multiple eyelid lesions including benign tumors, cysts, or growths requiring separate excisions with primary closure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67801?
The work RVU for CPT 67801 is 1.86. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 67801 used?
Removal of 2-3 separate eyelid lesions; requires individual excision and closure for each lesion.
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