67810 Incal biopsy eyelid skn lid mrgn
Also known as: eyelid biopsy, skin biopsy eyelid, margin biopsy
Incisional biopsy of eyelid skin or margin tissue including lid margin lesion to obtain specimen for histopathologic diagnosis.
In Plain Language
tissue sample from eyelid
Clinical Context
Diagnostic procedure for suspicious eyelid lesions, suspected malignancy, or inflammatory conditions; tissue sent to pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.15 |
| Total RVU | 1.15 |
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 1.15, this code ranks in the 5th percentile among Surgery codes — 7.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67810?
CPT 67810 (Incal biopsy eyelid skn lid mrgn) is a Surgery code. Incisional biopsy of eyelid skin or margin tissue including lid margin lesion to obtain specimen for histopathologic diagnosis.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67810?
The work RVU for CPT 67810 is 1.15. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics, Pathology.
When is CPT 67810 used?
Diagnostic procedure for suspicious eyelid lesions, suspected malignancy, or inflammatory conditions; tissue sent to pathology.
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