67908 Repair eyelid defect
Also known as: eyelid flap repair, eyelid advancement
Repair of eyelid defect involving the eyelid margin using adjacent tissue flap technique for local advancement.
In Plain Language
fixing eyelid edge with tissue flap; sliding eyelid tissue to close gap
Clinical Context
Used for moderate-sized eyelid margin defects when primary closure is not possible and local tissue can be advanced. Common indications include traumatic eyelid defects, surgical defects from lesion removal, or eyelid tumors.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.17 |
| Total RVU | 5.17 |
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 5.17, this code ranks in the 35th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67908?
CPT 67908 (Repair eyelid defect) is a Surgery code. Repair of eyelid defect involving the eyelid margin using adjacent tissue flap technique for local advancement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67908?
The work RVU for CPT 67908 is 5.17. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67908 used?
Used for moderate-sized eyelid margin defects when primary closure is not possible and local tissue can be advanced. Common indications include traumatic eyelid defects, surgical defects from lesion removal, or eyelid tumors.
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