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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $220.78 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 32501 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $171.085 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 32501 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 32501 by major payers:

$360.96

$330.58

$339.78

$396.56
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Hosp Of The Univ Of PA Spu
Trustees Of The University Of Pennsylvania
Affiliated Endoscopy Services Of Clifton LLC, Affiliated Endoscopy Services Of Clifton
Affiliated Endoscopy Services Of Clifton LLC
Eccs Acquisition Company LLC
Ohio Eye Associates, Inc., Ohio Eye Associates Eye Surgery & Laser Center
Ohio Eye Associates, Inc.
Phoenix Endoscopy LLC
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 32501 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes
The CPT 32501 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 32501 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.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 32488-CPT | High | Removal Of Lung Other Than To, Removal Of Lung Other Than Total Pneumonectomy Allremaining Lung Following Previous Removal Of A Portion Of Lung (Completion Pneumonectomy) |
| 32491-CPT | High | Lung Volume Reduction, Removal Of Lung Other Than Pneumonectomy With Resection Plication Of Emphysematous Lung S Bullous Or Non Bullous For Lung Volume Reduction Sternal Split Or Transthoracic Approach Includes Any Pleural Procedure When Performed |
| 32501-CPT | Moderate | Resection And Repair Of Portio, Resection And Repair Of Portion Of Bronchus (Bronchoplasty) When Performed At Time Of Lobectomy Or Segmentectomy (List Separately In Addition To Codefor Primary Procedure) |
| 32503-CPT | High | Resection Of Apical Lung Tumor, Resection Of Apical Lung Tumor (Eg Pancoast Tumor) Including Chest Wall Resection Rib(S) Resection(S) Neurovascular Dissection When Performed Without Chest Wall Reconstruction(S) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 32501. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 32501 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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