22112 Remove part thorax vertebra
Also known as: thoracic vertebra ostectomy with decompression, extensive thoracic corpectomy
Partial ostectomy of thoracic vertebra with significant decompression. Surgical removal of portion of thoracic vertebral body with extensive decompression of neural elements.
Clinical Context
Used for more extensive thoracic vertebral body removal with greater decompression of spinal cord. Higher complexity than partial ostectomy reflecting greater extent of decompression.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.72 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.57 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.77 |
| Total RVU | 35.06 |
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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