68326 Revise/graft eyelid lining
Also known as: amniotic membrane graft, conjunctival transplant
Revision and graft of conjunctival tissue including placement of conjunctival transplant or amniotic membrane graft.
In Plain Language
eye membrane repair with transplant; conjunctival tissue transplant
Clinical Context
Used for ocular surface reconstruction with grafting materials. Common indications include Stevens-Johnson syndrome, ocular cicatricial pemphigoid, severe dry eye, or chemical burns.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.21 |
| Total RVU | 8.21 |
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 8.21, this code ranks in the 51st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 68326?
CPT 68326 (Revise/graft eyelid lining) is a Surgery code. Revision and graft of conjunctival tissue including placement of conjunctival transplant or amniotic membrane graft.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 68326?
The work RVU for CPT 68326 is 8.21. This code is primarily used by Ophthalmology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 68326 used?
Used for ocular surface reconstruction with grafting materials. Common indications include Stevens-Johnson syndrome, ocular cicatricial pemphigoid, severe dry eye, or chemical burns.
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