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Last Verified: October 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.
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 50 - Bilateral Procedure LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $816.32 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 32664 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $639.31 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 32664 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 32664 by major payers:
$1,142.76
$1,143.65
$1,225.82
$1,377.18
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CPT 32664
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Indiana Endoscopy Centers LLC, Indiana Endoscopy Center
$6,285.00Published rateAdvanced Surgical Center, LLC
Advanced Surgical Center LLC
$2,900.00Published ratePremier-Covenant Astc LLC, Premier Ambulatory Surgery Center
Premiercovenant Astc LLC
$1,913.00Published rateSame Day Surgery Centers Of Florida LLC, Same Day Surgery Center
Same Day Surgery Centers Of Florida LLC
$1,398.00Published rateWest Central Surgical Center, LLC
West Central Surgical Center LLC
$680.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 32664 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes
The CPT 32664 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 32664 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 32667-CPT | Moderate | Thoracoscopy W W Resect Addl, Thoracoscopy Surgical With Therapeutic Wedge Resection Eg Mass Or Nodule Each Additional Resection Ipsilateral List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 32664. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 32664 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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