63266 Excise intrspinl lesion thrc
Also known as: thoracic intraspinal tumor removal, thoracic spinal lesion excision
Excision of intraspinal lesion in the thoracic region. This procedure involves removal of tumors, cysts, or other pathological lesions located within the thoracic spinal canal.
In Plain Language
removal of growth or abnormal tissue in mid-back spinal canal
Clinical Context
Used for thoracic intraspinal tumors including meningiomas, schwannomas, ependymomas, or hemangioblastomas causing myelopathy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.06 |
| Total RVU | 24.06 |
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 24.06, this code ranks in the 88th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63266?
CPT 63266 (Excise intrspinl lesion thrc) is a Surgery code. Excision of intraspinal lesion in the thoracic region. This procedure involves removal of tumors, cysts, or other pathological lesions located within the thoracic spinal canal.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63266?
The work RVU for CPT 63266 is 24.06. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Spine Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 63266 used?
Used for thoracic intraspinal tumors including meningiomas, schwannomas, ependymomas, or hemangioblastomas causing myelopathy.
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