22551 Arthrd anterior ntrbdy cervical
Also known as: Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, ACDF, anterior cervical fusion
Arthrodesis, anterior/anterolateral approach, including discectomy and/or corpectomy to decompress spinal cord and/or nerve roots, cervical; single interspaces.
Clinical Context
Most common cervical fusion procedure; used for spondylosis, disc hernia, or myelopathy; anterior approach allows direct disc removal and decompression.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.38 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.43 |
| Malpractice RVU | 8.24 |
| Total RVU | 48.05 |
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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