How would you code for an L3 vertebrectomy with discectomy and decompression via an anterior approach? Answer: To code for a lumbar corpectomy, you have to document removal of at least 1/3 of the vertebral body. Otherwise you only code for the fusion, 22558.

What is a Hemilaminectomy surgery?

“Hemilaminectomy” refers to the removal of the problematic bone, or lamina. Laminectomy, sometimes called decompression, is a procedure in which the surgeon removes the lamina, the arched part of each vertebra that surrounds the spinal cord.

What is procedure code 22614?

CPT® Code 22614 in section: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single level.