22212 Incis 1 vertebral seg thoracic
Also known as: thoracic vertebral body incision drainage, thoracic spine abscess drainage
Incision and drainage of thoracic vertebral body and epidural space. Surgical drainage of infection or abscess in thoracic vertebral body with extension into epidural space.
Clinical Context
Used for thoracic vertebral osteomyelitis or discitis with epidural abscess. Approach selected based on location of abscess and nature of infection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.47 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.78 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.34 |
| Total RVU | 43.59 |
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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