22224 Osteot dsc anterior 1vrt segment lumbar
Also known as: anterior lumbar osteotomy, lumbar vertebral body osteotomy
Osteotomy of anterior vertebral body, single vertebra, lumbar. Surgical disruption and repositioning of anterior lumbar vertebra for deformity correction.
Clinical Context
Used for lumbar deformity correction including kyphosis or degenerative listhesis. Anterior approach allows direct access to vertebral body for controlled osteotomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.51 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.07 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.74 |
| Total RVU | 44.32 |
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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