32320 Free/remove chest lining
Also known as: complete pleurectomy, total pleural stripping
Surgical removal of the pleura with complete stripping of both parietal and visceral components, performed for extensive pleural disease including mesothelioma or recurrent malignancy.
Clinical Context
Used for pleural malignancy, mesothelioma, or extensive recurrent pleural disease requiring aggressive pleural resection for disease control.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 26.57 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.72 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.60 |
| Total RVU | 45.89 |
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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