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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.
Thoracosco Surg; W/Remval Of A Sngle Lung Sgment (Sgment, Thoracoscopy Surgical; With Removal Of A Single Lung Segment (Segment
| 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 | LT - Left side of body AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $1,267.56 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 32669 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $983.135 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 32669 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 32669 by major payers:
$1,753.40
$1,853.59
$1,908.01
$2,194.32
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CPT 32669
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
Willis Surgicenter, LLC
Willis Surgicenter LLC
$2,785.00Published rateSouthwest Connecticut Surgery Center, LLC
$1,177.00Published rateClinton Partners, LLC, Surgery Center Of Clinton Township
$850.00Published rateGarden State Ambulatory Surgery Center PC
$442.00Published rateCheckerspot Surgery Centers, LLC
Checkerspot Surgery Centers LLC
$120.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 32669 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes
The CPT 32669 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 32669 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 32668-CPT | Moderate | Thoracoscopy W/W Resect Diag, Thoracoscopy Surgical; With Diagnostic Wedge Resection Followed By Anatomic Lung Resection (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure) |
| 32669-CPT | High | Thoracosco Surg; W/Remval Of A Sngle Lung Sgment (Sgment, Thoracoscopy Surgical; With Removal Of A Single Lung Segment (Segment |
| 32670-CPT | High | Removal Of Parts Of Both Lungs, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Thoracoscope) To Remove The Lower Portion (Lobe) Of Both Lungs. |
| 32671-CPT | High | Thoracosco Surg; W/Remval Of Lung (Pneumonectomy), Thoracoscopy Surgical; With Removal Of Lung (Pneumonectomy) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 32669. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 32669 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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