63086 Remove vertebral body add-on
Also known as: additional thoracic vertebrectomy, thoracic extension
Removal of vertebral body for decompression, add-on code for each additional thoracic vertebra. Used when thoracic vertebrectomy requires excising multiple vertebral bodies.
In Plain Language
additional mid-back bone removal
Clinical Context
Applied when multi-level thoracic vertebrectomy is performed for extensive compressive pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.11 |
| Total RVU | 3.11 |
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 3.11, this code ranks in the 22nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63086?
CPT 63086 (Remove vertebral body add-on) is a Surgery code. Removal of vertebral body for decompression, add-on code for each additional thoracic vertebra. Used when thoracic vertebrectomy requires excising multiple vertebral bodies.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63086?
The work RVU for CPT 63086 is 3.11. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Spine Surgery.
When is CPT 63086 used?
Applied when multi-level thoracic vertebrectomy is performed for extensive compressive pathology.
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