32606 Thoracoscopy with biopsy medial space
Also known as: VATS mediastinal biopsy, thoracoscopic mediastinal sampling
Thoracoscopic biopsy of the mediastinal space, including mediastinal lymph nodes or mediastinal masses for tissue diagnosis and staging.
Clinical Context
Used for staging of malignancy, diagnosis of mediastinal masses, or assessment of lymph node involvement in suspected pulmonary or systemic disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.18 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.60 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.05 |
| Total RVU | 12.83 |
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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