63170 Incise spinal cord tract(s)
Also known as: spinal cord incision, myelotomy, syrinx drainage
Incision and drainage of the spinal cord or myelotomy. This procedure involves surgical incision into the spinal cord tissue itself, typically for syrinx drainage or myelotomy to treat pain or restore function.
Clinical Context
Used for post-traumatic syrinx, syringomyelia, or spinal cord pain when myelotomy is indicated, particularly in tethered spinal cord or severe neuropathic pain syndromes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.65 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.38 |
| Malpractice RVU | 9.16 |
| Total RVU | 47.19 |
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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