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CPT 32560 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: December 2025

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.

Instillation, Via Chest Tube/Catheter, Agent For Pleurodesis (Eg, Talc For Recurrent Or Persistent Pneumothorax)
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

None

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelModerate

National average reimbursement for CPT 32560 by major payers:

bcbs

$343.49

uhc

$346.46

aetna

$361.98

cigna

$423.77

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For billing codeCPT 32560
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United
32560$600.001114912102 - BOISE ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC820506078 - (ID) BOISE ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLCIDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$290.001225488216 - MADISON AVENUE SURGERY CENTER LLC475541001 - (ID) MADISON AVENUE SURGERY CENTER LLCIDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$720.001811076623 - SPARTANBURG SURGERY CENTER, LLC570953005 - (SC) SPARTANBURG SURGERY CENTER LLCSCAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$1675.001679913552 - SPINE SPORTS SURGERY CENTER, LLC, SPINE AND SPORTS SURGERY CENTER461141188CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$409.001740787068 - CLEVELAND CLINIC FLORIDA (A NONPROFIT CORPORATION), CLEVELAND CLINIC FLORIDA CORAL SPRINGS ASC650003177 - CLEVELAND CLINIC FLORIDA A NONPROFIT CORPORATIONFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$878.001295798346 - SUNRISE FLAMINGO SURGERY CENTER, LLC, FLAMINGO SURGERY CENTER621679326 - (NV) SUNRISE FLAMINGO SURGERY CENTER LLCNVAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$420.001801952783 - AMBULATORY SURGICENTER OF DOWNERS GROVE364106726 - (IL) AMBULATORY SURGICENTER OF DOWNERS GROVEILAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$1074.001164811923 - SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN, SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER-LEXINGTON362193608 - SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDRENKYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$689.001639605595 - QUEEN CREEK SURGICAL CENTER, LLC821292127 - (AZ) QUEEN CREEK SURGICAL CENTER LLCAZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$461.001154526044 - KERRVILLE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC205121858 - (TX) KERRVILLE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLCTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$307.001043208283 - TRACEY A. SCHMUCKER, M.D., P.A., LOWERY SURGERY CENTER262165143 - (AR) TRACEY A SCHMUCKER MD PAARAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$438.981316106685 - CHRISTOPHER KATCHERIAN350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INCIAOrthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (207XS0106X)
United
32560$767.001932530284 - VP SURGERY CENTER OF AUBURN LLC371668651 - (WA) VP SURGERY CENTER OF AUBURN LLCWAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$893.001811515034 - SALMON SURGERY CENTER LLC844895716 - (WA) SALMON SURGERY CENTER LLCWAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
32560$492.001275639023 - SURGICAL CENTER OF BURLINGTON COUNTY, INC202116181 - (NJ) SURGICAL CENTER OF BURLINGTON COUNTY INCNJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 32560 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes

The CPT 32560 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 32560 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
32551-CPTModerateTube Thoracostomy Includes Connection To Drainagesystem (Eg Water Seal) When Performed Open (Separate Procedure) (Revised 1/1/2013)
32557-CPTModerateRemoval Of Fluid From Chest Cavity With Insertion Of Indwelling Catheter And Imaging Guidance, Acces
32560-CPTModerateInstillation, Via Chest Tube/Catheter, Agent For Pleurodesis (Eg, Talc For Recurrent Or Persistent Pneumothorax)
32561-CPTLowInstillation(S), Via Chest Tube/Catheter, Agent For Fibrinolysis (Eg, Fibrinolytic Agent For Break Up Of Multiloculated Effusion); Initial Day

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 32560. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 32560 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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