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CPT 32100 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: February 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Thoracotomy, Major; With Exploration And Biopsy
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

23 - Emergency Room

Common Modifiers

None

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

51 - Multiple procedures

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 32100

National average reimbursement for CPT 32100 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,097.04

uhc

$1,134.60

aetna

$1,200.22

cigna

$1,371.61

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For billing codeCPT 32100
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United
32100$1955.001245657840 - SURGCENTER OF PLANO LLC462873916 - (TX) SURGCENTER OF PLANO, LLCTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$630.001740629245 - SURGERY AFFILIATES, LLC, PINNACLE SURGERY CENTER453011327 - (CO) SURGERY AFFILIATES LLCCOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$567.001003855594 - OHIO EYE ASSOCIATES, INC., OHIO EYE ASSOCIATES EYE SURGERY & LASER CENTER341171920 - (OH) OHIO EYE ASSOCIATES, INC.OHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$677.001720268279 - PEARL ROAD SURGERY CENTER, LLC260812886 - (OH) PEARL ROAD SURGERY CENTER LLCOHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$425.001518379205 - IPS ASC, LLC, GEMINI SURGERY CENTER465227049 - (OH) IPS ASC LLCOHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$130.001639203888 - VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP, P.C., VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP AMBULATORY SURGERY & PROCEDURES CENTER42945394 - (MA) VALLEY MEDICAL GROUP, P.C.MAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$1955.001780683490 - METROCREST SURGERY CENTER LP, BAYLOR SURGICARE AT CARROLLTON30380493 - (TX) METROCREST SURGERY CENTER LPTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$1049.001134431323 - BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE SURGERY CENTER, LLC272875760 - (MD) BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE SURGERY CENMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$923.001205845740 - THE UROLOGY CENTER LLC311579733 - (OH) THE UROLOGY CENTER LLCOHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$1192.001235551052 - LONG ISLAND DIGESTIVE ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC454714972NYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$814.001750036174 - GLACIER SURGICAL INC.861271667MTAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$253.001306486634 - FREDERICKSBURG ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC834398314 - (VA) FREDERICKSBURG ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLCVAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$1687.001447608088 - IRVINE ENDOSCOPY PARTNERS LLC812267690 - (CA) IRVINE ENDOSCOPY PARTNERS LLCCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$983.001134431323 - BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE SURGERY CENTER, LLC272875760 - (MD) BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE SURGERY CENMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32100$835.001558327338 - DANBURY SURGICAL CENTER LP, SURGICAL CENTER OF RIDGEFIELD631263704 - (CT) DANBURY SURGICAL CENTER LPCTAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 32100 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes

The CPT 32100 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 32100 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
32035-CPTHighThoracostomy;Rib Resec For Empyema
32036-CPTHighThoracostomy W Open Flap Drainage For Em
32096-CPTHighOnce Per Dos Thoracotomy, W/Diagnostic Biopsy(Ies) Of Lung Infiltrate(S) (E.G., Wedge, Incisional), Unilateral
32100-CPTHighThoracotomy, Major; With Exploration And Biopsy

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 32100. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 32100 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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