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68020 Incise/drainage eyelid lining

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: eyelid cyst drainage, conjunctival incision and drainage

Incision and drainage of eyelid cyst, mass, or abscess involving the conjunctival surface or tissue layers.

Clinical Context

Used for treatment of eyelid abscesses, chalazion with infection, conjunctival cysts, or other drainable lesions. Common indications include infected meibomian gland cysts, conjunctival cysts, or inflammatory lesions.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.38
Practice Expense RVU2.16
Malpractice RVU0.09
Total RVU3.63

Est. Medicare Payment

$121.24

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Ophthalmology

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