22556 Arthrd anterior ntrbd minutes dsc thc
Also known as: Anterior thoracic fusion with bone graft, Thoracic ACDF variant
Arthrodesis, anterior/anterolateral approach, including discectomy and/or corpectomy to decompress spinal cord and/or nerve roots, thoracic; with mineralized bone void filler/bone matrix, single interspaces.
Clinical Context
Used for thoracic spondylosis, tumor, or trauma requiring anterior decompression and fusion with bone graft material for enhanced fusion.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.08 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.08 |
| Malpractice RVU | 7.71 |
| Total RVU | 47.87 |
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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