63052 Lam facetc/frmt arthrd lum 1
Also known as: lumbar laminectomy, L1 laminectomy with fusion, facetectomy with arthrodesis
Laminectomy with facetectomy or foraminotomy for arthrodesis at the first lumbar level. This is an initial add-on code used when the first lumbar segment requires fusion with decompression elements.
Clinical Context
Used when laminectomy at L1 level involves joint fusion for instability or degeneration with nerve compression.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.14 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.39 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.35 |
| Total RVU | 6.88 |
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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