22222 Osteot dsc anterior 1vrt segment thrc
Also known as: anterior thoracic osteotomy, thoracic vertebral body osteotomy
Osteotomy of anterior vertebral body, single vertebra, thoracic. Surgical disruption and repositioning of anterior thoracic vertebra for deformity correction.
Clinical Context
Used for thoracic deformity correction including kyphosis or ankylosed thoracic spine. Anterior approach allows direct access to vertebral body for controlled osteotomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.51 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 21.11 |
| Malpractice RVU | 9.50 |
| Total RVU | 53.12 |
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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