43232 Esophagoscopy with ultrasound needle biopsy
Also known as: EUS fine needle aspiration, EUS-guided FNA
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with endoscopic ultrasound and fine needle aspiration/biopsy of esophageal or peripesophageal lesion.
In Plain Language
camera examination with ultrasound and needle sampling of tissue
Clinical Context
Diagnostic procedure for tissue sampling of esophageal and peripesophageal lesions. Allows histologic evaluation of lymph nodes and lesions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.50 |
| Total RVU | 3.50 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.50, this code ranks in the 25th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 43232?
CPT 43232 (Esophagoscopy with ultrasound needle biopsy) is a Surgery code. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with endoscopic ultrasound and fine needle aspiration/biopsy of esophageal or peripesophageal lesion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 43232?
The work RVU for CPT 43232 is 3.50. This code is primarily used by Gastroenterology, Surgical Oncology.
When is CPT 43232 used?
Diagnostic procedure for tissue sampling of esophageal and peripesophageal lesions. Allows histologic evaluation of lymph nodes and lesions.
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