22318 Treat odontoid fracture without graft
Also known as: odontoid fracture open reduction, dens fracture ORIF
Open treatment of odontoid process fracture without bone graft. Surgical reduction and fixation of odontoid (dens) fractures, which are fractures of the second cervical vertebra.
Clinical Context
Used for displaced odontoid fractures requiring surgical fixation for stability. Anterior or posterior screw fixation typical. Without bone graft indicates simple reduction achievable without supplemental graft material.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.15 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.52 |
| Malpractice RVU | 8.97 |
| Total RVU | 48.64 |
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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