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22612 Arthrd pst tq 1ntrspc lumbar

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Posterior lumbar interbody fusion, PLIF, lumbar fusion

Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace, lumbar.

Clinical Context

Most common lumbar fusion; used for spondylosis, spondylolisthesis, stenosis, or instability; allows direct decompression and fusion.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU22.94
Practice Expense RVU14.38
Malpractice RVU6.62
Total RVU43.94

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,467.60

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Spine SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryNeurosurgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.