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22632 Arthrd pst tq 1ntrspc lm each

Surgery +Add-on

Also known as: Posterior lumbar fusion add-on, Additional PLIF level

Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, lumbar; each additional interspaces with single or double intertransverse process bone graft.

Clinical Context

Add-on code for multi-level posterior lumbar fusion with intertransverse bone grafts; extends fusion for multi-level degenerative disease.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.09
Practice Expense RVU1.73
Malpractice RVU1.79
Total RVU8.61

Est. Medicare Payment

$287.57

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

Specialties

Spine SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery

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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.