32609 Thoracoscopy with biopsy pleura
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: VATS pleural biopsy, thoracoscopic pleural biopsy
Thoracoscopic biopsy of the pleura, including both parietal and/or visceral pleural tissue for diagnosis of pleural pathology including malignancy.
Clinical Context
Used for diagnosis of pleural disease when pleural involvement is suspected and tissue diagnosis is necessary for treatment planning.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.47 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.73 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.95 |
| Total RVU | 7.15 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$238.81
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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