32853 Lung transplant double
Also known as: double lung transplant, bilateral lung transplant, DLTx
Double lung transplantation without cardiopulmonary bypass support. Surgical placement of two donor lungs into a recipient with end-stage pulmonary disease without extracorporeal circulation.
In Plain Language
transplant of two new lungs
Clinical Context
Preferred approach for most double lung recipients who can tolerate the procedure without extracorporeal support. Reduces bypass-related complications while providing better long-term survival.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 82.37 |
| Total RVU | 82.37 |
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 82.37, this code ranks in the 100th percentile among Surgery codes — 10.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 32853?
CPT 32853 (Lung transplant double) is a Surgery code. Double lung transplantation without cardiopulmonary bypass support. Surgical placement of two donor lungs into a recipient with end-stage pulmonary disease without extracorporeal circulation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 32853?
The work RVU for CPT 32853 is 82.37. This code is primarily used by Thoracic Surgery, Transplant Surgery, Pulmonology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 32853 used?
Preferred approach for most double lung recipients who can tolerate the procedure without extracorporeal support. Reduces bypass-related complications while providing better long-term survival.
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