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32658 Thoracoscopy with sacral foreign body remove

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: VATS pleural FB removal, thoracoscopic pleural foreign body

Thoracoscopic removal of foreign body from the pleural sac, performed for aspirated or traumatic foreign material.

Clinical Context

Used for retained foreign bodies in pleural space following trauma or iatrogenic injury, allowing minimally invasive retrieval.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU11.42
Practice Expense RVU6.53
Malpractice RVU2.87
Total RVU20.82

Est. Medicare Payment

$695.39

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

Specialties

Thoracic SurgeryTrauma Surgery

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