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64634 Destroy c/th facet jnt additional

Surgery +Add-on

Also known as: cervical/thoracic facet ablation additional levels, multi-level medial branch ablation

Destruction of the cervical or thoracic facet joint nerves for each additional joint beyond the first.

Clinical Context

Used when multiple cervical or thoracic facet joints require ablation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.29
Practice Expense RVU6.57
Malpractice RVU0.12
Total RVU7.98

Est. Medicare Payment

$266.53

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Pain ManagementOrthopedic Surgery

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