32562 Lyse chest fibrin subcutaneous day
Also known as: repeat fibrin lysis, subsequent fibrinolytic
Percutaneous lysis of fibrin in the pleural cavity on a subsequent treatment day following the initial lysis, typically performed 24-72 hours later for ongoing loculation management.
Clinical Context
Used for complicated parapneumonic effusion or empyema when initial fibrinolysis requires repeat treatment to improve drainage and prevent fibrothorax.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.21 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.41 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.13 |
| Total RVU | 2.75 |
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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