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32601 Thoracoscopy diagnostic

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: diagnostic thoracoscopy, VATS diagnostic

Diagnostic thoracoscopy (video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery - VATS) performed to visualize intrathoracic structures and obtain diagnostic information without therapeutic intervention.

Clinical Context

Used for diagnosis of pleural effusion, suspected malignancy, or mediastinal disease when imaging is nondiagnostic and biopsy is needed.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.36
Practice Expense RVU1.96
Malpractice RVU1.31
Total RVU8.63

Est. Medicare Payment

$288.24

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Thoracic SurgeryPulmonology

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.