22214 Incis 1 vertebral seg lumbar
Also known as: lumbar vertebral body incision drainage, lumbar spine abscess drainage
Incision and drainage of lumbar vertebral body and epidural space. Surgical drainage of infection or abscess in lumbar vertebral body with extension into epidural space.
Clinical Context
Used for lumbar vertebral osteomyelitis or discitis with epidural abscess requiring surgical drainage. Anterior or posterolateral approach may be selected based on anatomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.49 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.58 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.17 |
| Total RVU | 43.24 |
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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