22220 Osteot dsc anterior 1 vrt segment crv
Also known as: anterior cervical osteotomy, cervical vertebral body osteotomy
Osteotomy of anterior vertebral body, single vertebra, cervical. Surgical disruption and repositioning of anterior cervical vertebra for deformity correction or pathology treatment.
Clinical Context
Used for cervical deformity correction including kyphosis, correction of ankylosed spine, or treatment of basilar invagination. Anterior approach allows direct access to vertebral body for controlled osteotomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.37 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.24 |
| Malpractice RVU | 7.06 |
| Total RVU | 46.67 |
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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