32505 Wedge resection of lung initial
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: wedge resection, lung wedge
Surgical wedge resection of the lung as the initial/primary procedure performed via thoracotomy, removing a small peripheral portion of lung tissue.
Clinical Context
Used for small peripheral nodules suspicious for malignancy, diagnostic biopsies, or benign lesions suitable for parenchyma-sparing approach.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.36 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.62 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.81 |
| Total RVU | 26.79 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$894.79
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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