68040 Treatment of eyelid lesions
Also known as: lesion destruction, eyelid lesion treatment, laser ablation
Treatment of eyelid lesion using destructive technique such as laser, electrocautery, or cryotherapy to destroy tissue.
In Plain Language
burning or freezing eyelid growth; destroying eyelid lesion
Clinical Context
Used for treatment of benign eyelid lesions, precancerous lesions, or small eyelid tumors. Common indications include seborrheic keratosis, xanthelasma, molluscum contagiosum, or solar keratosis of the eyelid.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.83 |
| Total RVU | 0.83 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.83, this code ranks in the 3rd percentile among Surgery codes — 9.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 68040?
CPT 68040 (Treatment of eyelid lesions) is a Surgery code. Treatment of eyelid lesion using destructive technique such as laser, electrocautery, or cryotherapy to destroy tissue.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 68040?
The work RVU for CPT 68040 is 0.83. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology.
When is CPT 68040 used?
Used for treatment of benign eyelid lesions, precancerous lesions, or small eyelid tumors. Common indications include seborrheic keratosis, xanthelasma, molluscum contagiosum, or solar keratosis of the eyelid.
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