32440 Remove lung pneumonectomy
Also known as: pneumonectomy, complete lung removal
Surgical removal of an entire lung (pneumonectomy) performed for advanced lung cancer, bronchiectasis, or other extensive pulmonary disease requiring complete lung removal.
Clinical Context
Used for advanced lung cancer with central location, destroyed lung from chronic infection, or benign disease involving entire lung with poor function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 26.60 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.31 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.69 |
| Total RVU | 44.60 |
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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