22101 Remove part thorax vertebra
Also known as: thoracic vertebra ostectomy, partial thoracic corpectomy
Partial ostectomy of thoracic vertebra. Surgical removal of portion of thoracic vertebral body or elements for decompression, infection management, or tumor removal.
Clinical Context
Used for partial removal of thoracic vertebral body for decompression in myelopathy, removal of infected bone in osteomyelitis, or debulking of tumors. Maintains spinal stability better than total corpectomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.80 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.75 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.43 |
| Total RVU | 25.98 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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