32815 Close bronchial fistula
Also known as: bronchopleural fistula closure, tracheopleural fistula repair, fistula closure
Surgical closure of a bronchopleural or tracheopleural fistula, an abnormal communication between the airway and pleural space. Involves reconstruction to prevent air and fluid leakage.
Clinical Context
Used to treat complications following lung resection, pneumonectomy, or trauma that result in communication between airways and pleural space, causing infection and respiratory compromise.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 48.78 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.61 |
| Malpractice RVU | 12.32 |
| Total RVU | 78.71 |
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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