CPT® Code 67901

The procedure described by CPT® Code 67901 involves the surgical repair of blepharoptosis, which refers to the drooping or sagging of the upper eyelid. This condition is typically caused by weakness in the levator palpebrae muscle, which is responsible for elevating the eyelid. The repair is performed using the frontalis muscle technique, which utilizes suture or other materials, such as banked fascia or a Silastic rod, to achieve the desired eyelid position. During the procedure, a protective shield is placed over the cornea to prevent any damage during surgery. The surgeon makes a skin incision just above the central portion of the eyebrow, allowing access to the underlying structures. Additionally, three small subcutaneous incisions are created in the upper eyelid in the pretarsal region, strategically located below the lid crease to facilitate the surgical technique. The procedure involves passing a needle through the incision above the eyebrow and into the eyelid, where the suture material or other materials are threaded to secure the eyelid in its proper position. This technique aims to restore normal eyelid function and appearance, ultimately improving the patient's vision and aesthetic concerns associated with blepharoptosis.