67805 Remove eyelid lesions
Also known as: eyelid lesion excision with reconstruction, eyelid tumor removal
Excision of eyelid lesions including benign and malignant tumors with reconstruction when simple closure inadequate due to lesion size or location.
In Plain Language
removal of eyelid growth with repair
Clinical Context
Benign or malignant eyelid lesions requiring reconstruction due to size; includes basal cell carcinoma, sebaceous carcinoma, or large nevi.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.21 |
| Total RVU | 2.21 |
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 2.21, this code ranks in the 15th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67805?
CPT 67805 (Remove eyelid lesions) is a Surgery code. Excision of eyelid lesions including benign and malignant tumors with reconstruction when simple closure inadequate due to lesion size or location.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67805?
The work RVU for CPT 67805 is 2.21. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics, Dermatology. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 67805 used?
Benign or malignant eyelid lesions requiring reconstruction due to size; includes basal cell carcinoma, sebaceous carcinoma, or large nevi.
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