CPT 22612
Global 090 ActiveArthrd pst tq 1ntrspc lumbar
CPT 22612 Billing & Documentation Guide
CPT code 22612 (Arthrd pst tq 1ntrspc lumbar) is classified under Surgery (Musculoskeletal) with a global period indicator of 090. The 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule assigns a work RVU of 22.94, a non-facility practice expense RVU of 14.38, and a malpractice RVU of 6.62, a total non-facility RVU of 43.94 and facility RVU of 43.94. With the current conversion factor of $33.4009, the national average non-facility reimbursement is approximately $1472.39, though rates vary from $1292.67 to $1825.41 based on MAC locality and Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs).
When billing 22612, ensure documentation supports medical necessity and the specific components required for the code's level of service. For E/M codes, document MDM (medical decision-making) elements: problems addressed, data reviewed, and risk. For procedural codes, document the indication, technique, and any complications. Always verify NCCI edits before bundling 22612 with related codes; this code has 10 PTP bundling relationships on file (see table below).
Payment Status & Global Period
Active code (paid under MPFS)
90-day global period (major surgery: 1 day pre-op + procedure + 90 days post-op)
MUE Limit (Medically Unlikely Edits)
Submitting more than 1 units of 22612 for the same patient on the same date triggers automatic line denial unless an appropriate modifier and supporting documentation justify the higher quantity.
RVU Breakdown, CPT 22612
| Component | Non-Facility | Facility |
|---|---|---|
| Work RVU | 22.94 | 22.94 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 14.38 | 14.38 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.62 | 6.62 |
| Total RVU | 43.94 | 43.94 |
| Conversion Factor | $33.4009 | |
2026 Medicare Reimbursement by State, CPT 22612
State-level averages across all MAC localities. Non-facility rates typically apply to office-based services; facility rates apply to hospital outpatient / inpatient.
| State | Non-Facility | Facility | Range (Non-Fac) | Localities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $1481.92 | $1481.92 | $1424.17 - $1661.62 | 29 |
| Florida | $1678.56 | $1678.56 | $1557.72 - $1825.41 | 3 |
| Georgia | $1490.14 | $1490.14 | $1458.22 - $1522.06 | 2 |
| Illinois | $1655.54 | $1655.54 | $1550.34 - $1761.74 | 4 |
| Michigan | $1528.44 | $1528.44 | $1454.37 - $1602.51 | 2 |
| North Carolina | $1355.63 | $1355.63 | $1355.63 - $1355.63 | 1 |
| New York | $1638.99 | $1638.99 | $1377.95 - $1796.95 | 5 |
| Ohio | $1427.62 | $1427.62 | $1427.62 - $1427.62 | 1 |
| Pennsylvania | $1479.94 | $1479.94 | $1416.09 - $1543.79 | 2 |
| Texas | $1448.68 | $1448.68 | $1408.71 - $1553.54 | 8 |
Source: CMS PFSRVU 2026 · Updated 2026-04-01. Full locality-level detail available for all 53 states, contact us for custom reports.
NCCI Bundling Edits, CPT 22612
Procedure-to-procedure (PTP) edits. If you bill any of these codes with 22612 on the same date of service, review the modifier indicator and payer policy before submission.
| Partner Code | Relationship | Modifier Allowed | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0171T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Mutually exclusive procedures |
| 0213T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
| 0216T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
| 0219T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction |
| 0220T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction |
| 0221T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction |
| 0228T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0230T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Anesthesia service included in surgical procedure |
| 0333T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0464T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
Frequently Asked Questions, CPT 22612
What does CPT code 22612 mean? +
CPT code 22612 represents: Arthrd pst tq 1ntrspc lumbar. It's in the Surgery (Musculoskeletal) category with a global period of 090.
What is the Medicare reimbursement for CPT 22612? +
The 2026 Medicare national average non-facility payment for CPT 22612 is $1472.39. Rates range from $1292.67 to $1825.41 across 53 states depending on MAC locality and GPCIs.
What modifiers can I use with CPT 22612? +
Surgery codes commonly use modifier 22 (increased procedural services), 50 (bilateral), 51 (multiple procedures), 52 (reduced services), 58/78/79 (staged, unplanned return, unrelated within global), 62 (co-surgeons), 80/82 (assistant surgeon), and 59 or the X{EPSU} subset for distinct procedural service.
What bundling edits apply to CPT 22612? +
This code has 10 NCCI PTP bundling relationships. See the NCCI Bundling section below for full list.
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on May 31, 2026.
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