63251 Revise spinal cord vsls thrc
Also known as: thoracic spinal AVM repair, thoracic vascular repair
Revision or repair of spinal cord vascular lesions in the thoracic region. This procedure addresses arteriovenous malformations, fistulas, or other vascular abnormalities affecting the thoracic spinal cord.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of abnormal blood vessels in mid-back spinal cord
Clinical Context
Used for symptomatic spinal dural arteriovenous fistulas or malformations in the thoracic region causing myelopathy, often associated with progressive weakness or pain.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 43.52 |
| Total RVU | 43.52 |
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 43.52, this code ranks in the 98th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63251?
CPT 63251 (Revise spinal cord vsls thrc) is a Surgery code. Revision or repair of spinal cord vascular lesions in the thoracic region. This procedure addresses arteriovenous malformations, fistulas, or other vascular abnormalities affecting the thoracic spinal cord.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63251?
The work RVU for CPT 63251 is 43.52. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Interventional Neurosurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 63251 used?
Used for symptomatic spinal dural arteriovenous fistulas or malformations in the thoracic region causing myelopathy, often associated with progressive weakness or pain.
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