67835 Revise eyelashes
Also known as: complex trichiasis repair, extensive lash reconstruction
Complex eyelash revision requiring extensive reconstruction including full-thickness eyelid repair, graft placement, or major lash margin reorganization.
In Plain Language
extensive eyelid and eyelash surgery
Clinical Context
Treatment of extensive trichiasis affecting majority of lash line or recurrent cases requiring significant reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.56 |
| Total RVU | 5.56 |
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 5.56, this code ranks in the 37th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67835?
CPT 67835 (Revise eyelashes) is a Surgery code. Complex eyelash revision requiring extensive reconstruction including full-thickness eyelid repair, graft placement, or major lash margin reorganization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67835?
The work RVU for CPT 67835 is 5.56. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67835 used?
Treatment of extensive trichiasis affecting majority of lash line or recurrent cases requiring significant reconstruction.
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