32507 Wedge resection of lung diagnostic
Also known as: diagnostic wedge add-on, biopsy wedge
Add-on code for diagnostic wedge resection of the lung performed in conjunction with another primary thoracic surgical procedure for tissue diagnosis.
Clinical Context
Used when an additional diagnostic wedge biopsy is performed during another primary thoracic procedure for tissue diagnosis of incidentally noted pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.93 |
| Total RVU | 2.93 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.93, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 32507?
CPT 32507 (Wedge resection of lung diagnostic) is a Surgery code. Add-on code for diagnostic wedge resection of the lung performed in conjunction with another primary thoracic surgical procedure for tissue diagnosis.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 32507?
The work RVU for CPT 32507 is 2.93. This code is primarily used by Thoracic Surgery, Pulmonology.
When is CPT 32507 used?
Used when an additional diagnostic wedge biopsy is performed during another primary thoracic procedure for tissue diagnosis of incidentally noted pathology.
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