67903 Repair eyelid defect
Also known as: eyelid repair, upper eyelid reconstruction
Repair of upper eyelid defect involving the margin or full-thickness reconstruction of eyelid tissue with basic closure techniques.
In Plain Language
fixing upper eyelid damage; repairing eyelid
Clinical Context
Used for traumatic eyelid defects, surgical defects from lesion removal, or congenital eyelid anomalies. Common indications include eyelid margin trauma, eyelid lacerations, or small full-thickness eyelid defects.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.35 |
| Total RVU | 6.35 |
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 6.35, this code ranks in the 42nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67903?
CPT 67903 (Repair eyelid defect) is a Surgery code. Repair of upper eyelid defect involving the margin or full-thickness reconstruction of eyelid tissue with basic closure techniques.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67903?
The work RVU for CPT 67903 is 6.35. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67903 used?
Used for traumatic eyelid defects, surgical defects from lesion removal, or congenital eyelid anomalies. Common indications include eyelid margin trauma, eyelid lacerations, or small full-thickness eyelid defects.
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