32672 Thoracoscopy for lvrs
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: VATS LVRS, thoracoscopic lung volume reduction
Thoracoscopic lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) removing emphysematous lung tissue via minimally invasive approach to improve respiratory mechanics.
Clinical Context
Used for severe emphysema with upper-lobe predominance when VATS approach allows adequate tissue resection and lung volume reduction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 26.33 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.78 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.62 |
| Total RVU | 42.73 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,427.18
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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