63078 Spine disk surgery thorax
Also known as: additional thoracic disc surgery, multi-level thoracic disc
Spine disc surgery in the thoracic region, add-on code for each additional segment. Used when thoracic disc procedures extend to multiple levels.
In Plain Language
additional mid-back disc surgery
Clinical Context
Applied when multi-level thoracic discectomy is required for extensive disc pathology or compression affecting multiple spinal levels.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.20 |
| Total RVU | 3.20 |
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 3.20, this code ranks in the 22nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63078?
CPT 63078 (Spine disk surgery thorax) is a Surgery code. Spine disc surgery in the thoracic region, add-on code for each additional segment. Used when thoracic disc procedures extend to multiple levels.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63078?
The work RVU for CPT 63078 is 3.20. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Spine Surgery.
When is CPT 63078 used?
Applied when multi-level thoracic discectomy is required for extensive disc pathology or compression affecting multiple spinal levels.
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