67911 Revise eyelid defect
Also known as: complex eyelid revision, full-thickness eyelid repair
Revision of full-thickness eyelid defect involving margin repair with more complex reconstruction technique or larger defect.
In Plain Language
major eyelid repair fixing through entire lid; complex eyelid reconstruction
Clinical Context
Used for large or complex full-thickness eyelid defects involving the margin that require advanced reconstruction. Common indications include large traumatic full-thickness defects, complicated eyelid tumors, or burns affecting the eyelid margin.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.31 |
| Total RVU | 7.31 |
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 7.31, this code ranks in the 47th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67911?
CPT 67911 (Revise eyelid defect) is a Surgery code. Revision of full-thickness eyelid defect involving margin repair with more complex reconstruction technique or larger defect.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67911?
The work RVU for CPT 67911 is 7.31. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67911 used?
Used for large or complex full-thickness eyelid defects involving the margin that require advanced reconstruction. Common indications include large traumatic full-thickness defects, complicated eyelid tumors, or burns affecting the eyelid margin.
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