32408 Core needle biopsy lng/medial percutaneous
Also known as: core lung biopsy, core needle biopsy, percutaneous core biopsy
Core needle biopsy of the lung or mediastinal structures performed via percutaneous approach, obtaining larger tissue samples than standard needle biopsy.
Clinical Context
Used for diagnosis of lung nodules, mediastinal masses, or infiltrative lung disease when larger tissue samples are needed for accurate histological diagnosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.10 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 20.64 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.34 |
| Total RVU | 24.08 |
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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