32998 Ablate pulmonary tumor percutaneous rf
Also known as: lung radiofrequency ablation, percutaneous RF ablation, RFA lung
Percutaneous ablation of pulmonary tumor using radiofrequency energy. Minimally invasive treatment using heat to destroy tumor tissue.
Clinical Context
Used for small peripheral lung tumors in patients unsuitable for surgery or as adjunctive therapy. Radiofrequency ablation provides local tumor control with minimal invasiveness.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.80 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 77.68 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.02 |
| Total RVU | 87.50 |
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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