32655 Thoracoscopy resection bullae
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: VATS bullae resection, thoracoscopic bleb ablation
Thoracoscopic resection of bullae (air-filled subpleural blebs) from the lung surface, performed to prevent recurrent spontaneous pneumothorax.
Clinical Context
Used for recurrent spontaneous pneumothorax secondary to bullae or blebs, allowing minimally invasive definitive treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.77 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.70 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.95 |
| Total RVU | 27.42 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$915.83
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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