32504 Resection apical lung tumor/chest
Also known as: apical tumor resection with chest wall, Pancoast tumor with chest wall
Surgical resection of an apical lung tumor with en bloc resection of chest wall structures including ribs, vertebral body, or subclavian vessels as necessary for complete tumor removal.
Clinical Context
Used for apical tumors with extensive chest wall, vertebral, or vascular invasion requiring aggressive combined resection for adequate margins.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 35.63 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.85 |
| Malpractice RVU | 8.99 |
| Total RVU | 57.47 |
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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