67924 Repair eyelid defect
Also known as: eyelid position repair, posterior lamellar repair
Surgical repair involving correction of eyelid position defects using posterior lamellar approach and reinforcement.
In Plain Language
repairing eyelid alignment from back; fixing back layer of eyelid
Clinical Context
Used for complex eyelid position problems requiring posterior approach techniques. Common indications include recurrent ectropion or entropion, complex eyelid malposition, or anterior lamellar problems requiring posterior reinforcement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.78 |
| Total RVU | 5.78 |
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 5.78, this code ranks in the 39th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 67924?
CPT 67924 (Repair eyelid defect) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair involving correction of eyelid position defects using posterior lamellar approach and reinforcement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67924?
The work RVU for CPT 67924 is 5.78. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67924 used?
Used for complex eyelid position problems requiring posterior approach techniques. Common indications include recurrent ectropion or entropion, complex eyelid malposition, or anterior lamellar problems requiring posterior reinforcement.
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