CPT code 67882 defines a tarsorrhaphy procedure in which the inner edges of the eyelids are excised and sutured together to allow the eyelids to heal closed, protecting the cornea during treatment of corneal disease or injury. This code captures a targeted oculoplastic surgery used to manage exposure keratopathy, persistent epithelial defects, and other conditions where mechanical protection of the cornea is required. Nationally, accurate coding of 67882 matters for clinical documentation, surgical quality measurement, and appropriate claims processing for ophthalmology services.

Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of the clinical purpose of the procedure, typical sites of service, and the service type. The publication summarizes common billing contexts, commonly reported modifiers (input provided), and highlights where data was not provided. It also outlines what readers can expect to learn about reimbursement benchmarks, coding nuances, and clinical context relevant to payers and provider billing teams.

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