22514 Percutaneous vertebral augmentation
Also known as: Thoracolumbar vertebroplasty, Thoracolumbar kyphoplasty
Percutaneous vertebral augmentation (vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty) of thoracolumbar vertebra, unilateral or bilateral, single vertebral segment.
Clinical Context
Used for vertebral compression fractures in the thoracolumbar region; provides stabilization and pain relief for osteoporotic or metastatic fractures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.79 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 164.59 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.44 |
| Total RVU | 173.82 |
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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