22850 Remove spine fixation device
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Device removal, Interspinous device removal
Removal of posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, interspinous process device).
Clinical Context
Used when interspinous or other non-segmental devices require removal due to failure, migration, or infection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.57 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.88 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.01 |
| Total RVU | 21.46 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$716.76
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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