22554 Arthrd anterior ntrbd minutes dsc crv
Also known as: Anterior cervical fusion with bone graft, ACDF with bone graft
Arthrodesis, anterior/anterolateral approach, including discectomy and/or corpectomy to decompress spinal cord and/or nerve roots, cervical; with mineralized bone void filler/bone matrix, single interspaces.
Clinical Context
Similar to ACDF but specifically reports use of mineralized bone void filler or bone matrix; improves fusion rates and structural support.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.25 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 13.35 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.81 |
| Total RVU | 36.41 |
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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