63057 Decompress spine cord add-on
Also known as: additional segment decompression, spinal decompression extension
Decompression of the spinal cord, add-on code for each additional segment. Used when spinal cord decompression extends to multiple vertebral levels beyond the primary site.
Clinical Context
Applied when multi-segment spinal cord decompression is performed for multilevel stenosis or extensive compression pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.12 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.73 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.76 |
| Total RVU | 8.61 |
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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