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.
In Plain Language
additional spinal cord pressure relief
Clinical Context
Applied when multi-segment spinal cord decompression is performed for multilevel stenosis or extensive compression pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.12 |
| Total RVU | 5.12 |
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 5.12, this code ranks in the 34th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63057?
CPT 63057 (Decompress spine cord add-on) is a Surgery code. 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.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63057?
The work RVU for CPT 63057 is 5.12. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Spine Surgery.
When is CPT 63057 used?
Applied when multi-segment spinal cord decompression is performed for multilevel stenosis or extensive compression pathology.
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