22527 Idet 1 or more levels
Also known as: IDET add-on, Additional IDET level
Percutaneous intradiscal electrothermal treatment (IDET) of intervertebral disc, each additional vertebral segment or level beyond the first.
In Plain Language
Extra heat treatment of additional disc; Additional disc treatment
Clinical Context
Add-on code for treating multiple intervertebral discs with IDET in same session; used when pain generators identified at multiple levels.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.95 |
| Total RVU | 2.95 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.95, this code ranks in the 21st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 22527?
CPT 22527 (Idet 1 or more levels) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous intradiscal electrothermal treatment (IDET) of intervertebral disc, each additional vertebral segment or level beyond the first.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 22527?
The work RVU for CPT 22527 is 2.95. This code is primarily used by Pain Management, Interventional Radiology, Spine Surgery.
When is CPT 22527 used?
Add-on code for treating multiple intervertebral discs with IDET in same session; used when pain generators identified at multiple levels.
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