32488 Completion pneumonectomy
Also known as: completion pneumonectomy, second-stage pneumonectomy
Completion pneumonectomy removing the remaining lung after previous partial resection, performed when tumor recurrence or new disease develops in residual lung.
Clinical Context
Used for tumor recurrence or new primary lung cancer in remaining lung after initial lobectomy or segmentectomy when further resection is necessary.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 41.92 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 14.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 10.57 |
| Total RVU | 67.04 |
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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