63053 Lam factc/frmt arthrd lum each
Also known as: additional lumbar laminectomy, lumbar fusion extension
Laminectomy with facetectomy or foraminotomy for arthrodesis, each additional lumbar segment. Add-on code for extending lumbar fusion decompression to additional levels beyond the first.
In Plain Language
spinal canal opening extension at additional lower back levels
Clinical Context
Coded when lumbar laminectomy with fusion extends beyond L1, frequently used in multi-level degenerative disc disease or spondylolisthesis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.69 |
| Total RVU | 3.69 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.69, this code ranks in the 26th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63053?
CPT 63053 (Lam factc/frmt arthrd lum each) is a Surgery code. Laminectomy with facetectomy or foraminotomy for arthrodesis, each additional lumbar segment. Add-on code for extending lumbar fusion decompression to additional levels beyond the first.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63053?
The work RVU for CPT 63053 is 3.69. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Neurosurgery.
When is CPT 63053 used?
Coded when lumbar laminectomy with fusion extends beyond L1, frequently used in multi-level degenerative disc disease or spondylolisthesis.
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