32096 Open wedge/biopsy lung infiltr
Also known as: open lung biopsy, open wedge lung biopsy
Open wedge resection or open biopsy of the lung to diagnose or treat infiltrative parenchymal disease, including interstitial lung disease, atypical infections, or inflammatory conditions.
Clinical Context
Used when transbronchial biopsy or imaging is inconclusive for diagnosis of diffuse lung infiltrates, suspected fungal infection, or atypical pneumonia.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.41 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.14 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.33 |
| Total RVU | 22.88 |
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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