63277 biopsy/excision xdrl spine lesion lumbar
Also known as: lumbar extradural lesion removal, lumbar epidural tumor excision
Biopsy and/or excision of extradural spinal lesion in the lumbar region. This procedure involves sampling or removal of pathological lesions outside the dura at the lumbar level.
Clinical Context
Used for lumbar epidural lesions including metastases, disc herniations with tumor, or other epidural masses causing cauda equina compression.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.83 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.06 |
| Malpractice RVU | 8.09 |
| Total RVU | 44.98 |
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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