CPT^® 22810, Under Arthrodesis Procedures for Spine Deformity (eg, Scoliosis, Kyphosis)

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 22810 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Arthrodesis Procedures for Spine Deformity (eg, Scoliosis, Kyphosis).

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The provider performs an arthrodesis, also known as spinal fusion, to permanently join four to seven vertebrae, the interlocking bones of the spine. He applies bone graft to the anterior, or front, of the vertebrae to fuse them. The procedure helps to alleviate persistent pain caused by various spinal deformities, such as scoliosis or kyphosis, abnormal curvatures of the spine. He may apply a body cast to immobilize the spine.

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