63056 Decompress spinal cord lumbar
Also known as: lumbar decompression, lumbar laminectomy, nerve root decompression
Decompression of the spinal cord in the lumbar region. This procedure relieves compression of the lumbar spinal cord and nerve roots from bone, disc, or soft tissue causing myelopathic or radicular symptoms.
Clinical Context
Used for lumbar stenosis, disc herniation, or other compressive lesions causing neurogenic claudication or radiculopathy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.31 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 13.59 |
| Malpractice RVU | 7.16 |
| Total RVU | 42.06 |
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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