67915 Repair eyelid defect
Also known as: simple eyelid closure, eyelid laceration repair
Simple repair of eyelid wound or laceration involving partial-thickness tissue without margin involvement.
In Plain Language
simple eyelid stitching; minor eyelid cut repair
Clinical Context
Used for simple eyelid lacerations and wounds that do not involve the eyelid margin. Common indications include eyelid lacerations from trauma, small surgical wounds, or superficial defects.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.98 |
| Total RVU | 1.98 |
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 1.98, this code ranks in the 14th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67915?
CPT 67915 (Repair eyelid defect) is a Surgery code. Simple repair of eyelid wound or laceration involving partial-thickness tissue without margin involvement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67915?
The work RVU for CPT 67915 is 1.98. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Emergency Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67915 used?
Used for simple eyelid lacerations and wounds that do not involve the eyelid margin. Common indications include eyelid lacerations from trauma, small surgical wounds, or superficial defects.
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