63101 Remove vertebral body dcmprn thrc
Also known as: thoracic anterior corpectomy with reconstruction, thoracic vertebrectomy with fusion
Removal of vertebral body with anterior decompression and reconstruction in the thoracic region. This comprehensive procedure includes vertebrectomy with instrumented reconstruction for thoracic pathology.
Clinical Context
Used for thoracic vertebral body pathology requiring anterior decompression and stabilization, including trauma, tumors, or severe stenosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 33.25 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 20.92 |
| Malpractice RVU | 12.22 |
| Total RVU | 66.39 |
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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