63012 Remove lamina/facets lumbar
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: lumbar laminofacetectomy, lumbar facet joint decompression
Laminotomy with removal of lamina and facet joint exploration in lumbar spine. Includes facetectomy and nerve root exposure.
Clinical Context
Used for lumbar spinal decompression involving both lamina and facet joint removal.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.43 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.37 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.62 |
| Total RVU | 34.42 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,149.63
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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