32662 Thoracoscopy with mediast excision
Also known as: VATS mediastinal mass resection, thoracoscopic mediastinal excision
Thoracoscopic excision of mediastinal mass or tissue, performed for mediastinal neoplasms, cysts, or masses requiring minimally invasive resection.
Clinical Context
Used for mediastinal masses including thymomas, lymphomas, germ cell tumors, or cysts when VATS approach allows adequate exposure and resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.62 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.49 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.66 |
| Total RVU | 25.77 |
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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