22533 Arthrd lateral xtrcvtry tq lumbar
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Lateral extracavitary fusion, Lumbar lateral fusion
Arthrodesis, lateral extracavitary technique, lumbar vertebral segment, single level.
Clinical Context
Used for lumbar spine instability, deformity, or trauma; lateral extracavitary approach provides good fusion rates with less morbidity than posterior approaches.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.17 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.51 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.66 |
| Total RVU | 46.34 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,547.76
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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