63280 biopsy/excision idrl spine lesion crvl
Also known as: cervical intradural extramedullary lesion, cervical meningioma or schwannoma excision
Biopsy and/or excision of intradural extramedullary spinal lesion in the cervical region. This procedure involves sampling or removal of lesions within the dura but outside the spinal cord at cervical levels.
In Plain Language
removal of growth inside spinal sac but outside spinal cord
Clinical Context
Commonly used for cervical meningiomas, schwannomas, or neurofibromas causing myelopathy and radiculopathy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 29.53 |
| Total RVU | 29.53 |
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 29.53, this code ranks in the 92nd percentile among Surgery codes — 3.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63280?
CPT 63280 (biopsy/excision idrl spine lesion crvl) is a Surgery code. Biopsy and/or excision of intradural extramedullary spinal lesion in the cervical region. This procedure involves sampling or removal of lesions within the dura but outside the spinal cord at cervical levels.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63280?
The work RVU for CPT 63280 is 29.53. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Spine Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 63280 used?
Commonly used for cervical meningiomas, schwannomas, or neurofibromas causing myelopathy and radiculopathy.
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