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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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.
| 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 | RT - Right side of body AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $1,318.67 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 32663 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $1,029.425 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 32663 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 32663 by major payers:

$1,918.35

$1,851.57

$2,044.54

$2,224.90
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Memorial Hermann Endoscopy & Surgery Center North Houston, LLC, North Houston Endoscopy & Surgery Center
Hudson Crossing Surgery Center, LLC, Hudson Crossing Surgery Center
Hudson Crossing Surgical Center
Mckenzie Surgery Center Lp
Mid- America Surgery Center, LLC
Mid America Surgery Center LLC
Glennville Eye Surgery Center LLC
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 32663 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes
The CPT 32663 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 32663 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 32663-CPT | High | Thoracoscopy Surgical With L, Thoracoscopy Surgical With Lobectomy Total Or Segmentalthoracoscopy Surgical With Lobectomy Total Or Segmental |
| 32664-CPT | High | Remove Nerve In Chest Cavity, Surgery With The Aid Of A Scope (Thoracoscopy) To Cut Nerves Within The Chest Cavity That May Be Involved In Abnormal Function. |
| 32665-CPT | High | Surgical Repair Of Esophagus, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Endoscope) To Repair The Esophagus By Manipulating The Surrounding Muscle Tissue. Instruments Are Inserted Into The Chest And Esophagus. |
| 32666-CPT | High | Thoracoscopy W Wedge Resect, Thoracoscopy Surgical With Therapeutic Wedge Resection Eg Mass Nodule Initial Unilateral |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 32663. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 32663 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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