32486 Sleeve lobectomy
Also known as: sleeve lobectomy, bronchial sleeve lobectomy
Sleeve lobectomy combining lobectomy with bronchial and/or pulmonary vessel reconstruction, allowing central airway resection while preserving distal lung parenchyma.
Clinical Context
Used for centrally located lung cancers within a lobar bronchus, allowing cancer resection while preserving remaining lobar tissue.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 41.81 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.79 |
| Malpractice RVU | 10.55 |
| Total RVU | 65.15 |
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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