22526 Idet single level
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: IDET, Electrothermal disc treatment
Percutaneous intradiscal electrothermal treatment (IDET) of intervertebral disc, single vertebral segment.
Clinical Context
Used for chronic discogenic lower back pain from internal disc disruption; applies heat via electrode to collagen in posterior annulus to achieve analgesic effect.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.70 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 51.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.60 |
| Total RVU | 58.06 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,939.20
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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