63077 Spine disk surgery thorax
Also known as: thoracic discectomy, thoracic disc surgery, thoracic ACDF
Spine disc surgery in the thoracic region. This procedure involves accessing the intervertebral disc space in the mid-back, typically through various surgical approaches for decompression or fusion.
In Plain Language
mid-back disc removal or repair
Clinical Context
Less common than cervical or lumbar disc surgery, used for thoracic disc herniation with myelopathy or radiculopathy, often requires careful neuromonitoring.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.31 |
| Total RVU | 22.31 |
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 22.31, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63077?
CPT 63077 (Spine disk surgery thorax) is a Surgery code. Spine disc surgery in the thoracic region. This procedure involves accessing the intervertebral disc space in the mid-back, typically through various surgical approaches for decompression or fusion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63077?
The work RVU for CPT 63077 is 22.31. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Spine Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 63077 used?
Less common than cervical or lumbar disc surgery, used for thoracic disc herniation with myelopathy or radiculopathy, often requires careful neuromonitoring.
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