67935 Repair eyelid wound
Also known as: complex eyelid laceration, eyelid wound with flap
Repair of complex eyelid laceration or wound involving multiple tissue layers or lid margin reconstruction.
In Plain Language
complex eyelid stitching; major eyelid laceration repair
Clinical Context
Used for complex eyelid wounds involving multiple layers or the eyelid margin. Common indications include penetrating eye injuries with eyelid involvement, complex crush injuries, or burn injuries affecting the eyelid.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.20 |
| Total RVU | 6.20 |
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 6.20, this code ranks in the 41st 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 67935?
CPT 67935 (Repair eyelid wound) is a Surgery code. Repair of complex eyelid laceration or wound involving multiple tissue layers or lid margin reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 67935?
The work RVU for CPT 67935 is 6.20. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology, Oculoplastics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 67935 used?
Used for complex eyelid wounds involving multiple layers or the eyelid margin. Common indications include penetrating eye injuries with eyelid involvement, complex crush injuries, or burn injuries affecting the eyelid.
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