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CPT 67901: Frontalis Suspension for Ptosis Repair
CPT code 67901 denotes a frontalis suspension procedure to correct ptosis by attaching the upper eyelid to the frontalis muscle with suture or donor tissue. This reconstructive eyelid surgery addresses both functional visual obstruction and cosmetic deformity, and is commonly performed in ambulatory surgery centers or hospital operating rooms. Nationally, the code is relevant to ophthalmic and oculoplastic surgical practice patterns, coverage determinations for reconstructive versus cosmetic intent, and appropriate site-of-service billing.
Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of clinical indications and service settings for the procedure, typical payer considerations, and commonly tracked benchmarks and policy topics related to surgical eyelid reconstruction. The publication outlines how the procedure is described for billing, what clinical context typically supports medical necessity, and which elements of the surgical setting and documentation influence reimbursement pathways.
The report is intended to inform billing and coding professionals, clinical leaders in ophthalmology and plastic surgery, and payer policy teams about the clinical definition, billing context, and high-level payer landscape for CPT code 67901. Data not available in the input will be noted where applicable in subsequent sections.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 67901 describes a surgical procedure to correct a drooping eyelid (ptosis) by attaching the eyelid to the frontalis muscle in the forehead using a suture or donor tissue. The procedure is performed to improve cosmetic appearance or to remove obstruction of a patient’s vision.
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Service type: Eyelid ptosis repair via frontalis suspension
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Typical site of service: Ambulatory surgery center or hospital operating room