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32501 Repair bronchus add-on

Surgery +Add-on

Also known as: bronchus repair add-on, additional bronchial repair

Add-on code for repair or reconstruction of the bronchus when performed in conjunction with another primary thoracic surgical procedure, providing additional value adjustment.

Clinical Context

Used as supplemental code when bronchial repair is performed during another major thoracic procedure such as pneumonectomy or complex lung resection.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.56
Practice Expense RVU0.90
Malpractice RVU1.15
Total RVU6.61

Est. Medicare Payment

$220.77

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

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