22114 Remove part lumbar vertebra
Also known as: lumbar vertebra ostectomy with decompression, extensive lumbar corpectomy
Partial ostectomy of lumbar vertebra with significant decompression. Surgical removal of portion of lumbar vertebral body with extensive decompression of neural elements.
Clinical Context
Used for more extensive lumbar vertebral body removal with greater decompression of spinal nerves or cauda equina. 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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