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.
In Plain Language
camera removal of chest center mass
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 |
| Total RVU | 14.62 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 14.62, this code ranks in the 72nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 32662?
CPT 32662 (Thoracoscopy with mediast excision) is a Surgery code. Thoracoscopic excision of mediastinal mass or tissue, performed for mediastinal neoplasms, cysts, or masses requiring minimally invasive resection.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 32662?
The work RVU for CPT 32662 is 14.62. This code is primarily used by Thoracic Surgery, Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 32662 used?
Used for mediastinal masses including thymomas, lymphomas, germ cell tumors, or cysts when VATS approach allows adequate exposure and resection.
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