32561 Lyse chest fibrin initial day
Also known as: fibrin lysis, fibrinolytic therapy
Percutaneous lysis of fibrin in the pleural cavity on the initial treatment day, performed to break up loculations and improve drainage of infected or hemorrhagic fluid.
Clinical Context
Used for loculated empyema or complex pleural effusion on initial intervention day to improve drainage and prevent progression to fibrothorax.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.36 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.52 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.15 |
| Total RVU | 3.03 |
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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