63303 Remov vertebral xdrl bdy lumbar/sacral
Also known as: lumbar anterior vertebrectomy, anterior lumbar corpectomy, sacral anterior vertebrectomy
Removal of vertebral body with anterior approach in the lumbar or sacral region. This procedure involves anterior lumbar or sacral vertebrectomy.
Clinical Context
Used for lumbar or sacral vertebral body pathology requiring anterior decompression and stabilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 32.71 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 20.51 |
| Malpractice RVU | 13.82 |
| Total RVU | 67.04 |
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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