32110 Explore/repair chest
Also known as: exploratory thoracotomy with repair, chest exploration and repair
Surgical exploration of the chest with repair of thoracic pathology identified during the procedure, such as cardiac injury, hemorrhage control, or structural repair.
Clinical Context
Used for traumatic thoracic injury requiring both diagnostic assessment and therapeutic intervention, including injury to heart, great vessels, lung, or chest wall.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.65 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.04 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.10 |
| Total RVU | 41.79 |
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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