32668 Thoracoscopy with w resection diagnostic
Also known as: diagnostic VATS wedge, VATS diagnostic wedge
Add-on code for diagnostic thoracoscopic wedge resection performed in conjunction with another primary thoracoscopic procedure for tissue diagnosis.
Clinical Context
Used when additional diagnostic wedge biopsy is needed during another thoracoscopic procedure for incidentally discovered pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.93 |
| Total RVU | 2.93 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.93, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 32668?
CPT 32668 (Thoracoscopy with w resection diagnostic) is a Surgery code. Add-on code for diagnostic thoracoscopic wedge resection performed in conjunction with another primary thoracoscopic procedure for tissue diagnosis.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 32668?
The work RVU for CPT 32668 is 2.93. This code is primarily used by Thoracic Surgery, Pulmonology.
When is CPT 32668 used?
Used when additional diagnostic wedge biopsy is needed during another thoracoscopic procedure for incidentally discovered pathology.
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