67840 Remove eyelid lesion
Also known as: lid margin lesion removal, marginal tumor excision
Removal of eyelid lesion from the lid margin including epidermoid cyst, sebaceous gland lesion, or marginal tumor requiring precise closure to prevent lid malposition.
In Plain Language
removal of growth from eyelid edge
Clinical Context
Excision of tumors or cysts from eyelid margin; requires careful closure to prevent entropion, ectropion, or loss of eyelash follicles.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.04 |
| Total RVU | 2.04 |
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 2.04, this code ranks in the 14th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67840?
CPT 67840 (Remove eyelid lesion) is a Surgery code. Removal of eyelid lesion from the lid margin including epidermoid cyst, sebaceous gland lesion, or marginal tumor requiring precise closure to prevent lid malposition.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67840?
The work RVU for CPT 67840 is 2.04. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 67840 used?
Excision of tumors or cysts from eyelid margin; requires careful closure to prevent entropion, ectropion, or loss of eyelash follicles.
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