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CPT 32501 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare 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.

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)
Key FactDetail
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 LevelModerate
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:

bcbs

$360.96

uhc

$330.58

aetna

$339.78

cigna

$396.56

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CPT 32501
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Hosp Of The Univ Of PA Spu

    Trustees Of The University Of Pennsylvania

    PAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1417114117Tax ID 23-1352685

    $2,253.00Published rate
  2. Affiliated Endoscopy Services Of Clifton LLC, Affiliated Endoscopy Services Of Clifton

    Affiliated Endoscopy Services Of Clifton LLC

    NJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1609803204Tax ID 27-0064844

    $1,300.00Published rate
  3. Eccs Acquisition Company LLC

    COAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1114584786Tax ID 35-2656413

    $941.00Published rate
  4. Ohio Eye Associates, Inc., Ohio Eye Associates Eye Surgery & Laser Center

    Ohio Eye Associates, Inc.

    OHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1003855594Tax ID 34-1171920

    $567.00Published rate
  5. Phoenix Endoscopy LLC

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1851516728Tax ID 71-0940187

    $109.00Published rate

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CPT 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
32488-CPTHighRemoval 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-CPTHighLung 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-CPTModerateResection 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-CPTHighResection 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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