31625 Bronchoscopy with biopsy(s)
Also known as: bronchoscopic biopsy, bronchial biopsy, lung biopsy via scope
Bronchoscopy with one or more tissue biopsies taken from bronchial mucosa or pulmonary lesions for histopathologic examination and tissue diagnosis.
Clinical Context
Performed for suspected pulmonary malignancy, infections (tuberculosis, fungal), or other parenchymal pathology requiring histologic diagnosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.03 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.17 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.30 |
| Total RVU | 11.50 |
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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