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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.
Thoracoscopy Surgical With R, Thoracoscopy Surgical With Resection-Plication For Emphysematous Lung (Bullous Or Non-Bullous) Forlung Volume Reduction (Lvrs) Unilateral Includes Any Pleural Procedure When Performed
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $1,427.22 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 32672 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $1,105.955 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 32672 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 32672 by major payers:
$2,084.47
$2,100.70
$2,090.17
$2,478.08
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CPT 32672
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Parkview Ortho Center, LLC
Parkview Ortho Center LLC
$3,046.00Published rateTlc Asc, LLC, Kzmss Again, Lllp
Tlc Asc LLC
$1,028.00Published rateSurgical Specialties Of Arroyo Grande Inc.
Oak Park Surgery Center
$618.00Published rateRedbird Square Endoscopy Center LLC, Digestive Health Center At Redbird Square
Redbird Square Endoscopy Center LLC
$408.00Published rateChildren'S Surgery Center Of Lehigh Valley, LLC
Childrens Surgery Center Of Lehigh Valley LLC
$170.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 32672 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes
The CPT 32672 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 32672 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 32670-CPT | High | Removal Of Parts Of Both Lungs, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Thoracoscope) To Remove The Lower Portion (Lobe) Of Both Lungs. |
| 32672-CPT | High | Thoracoscopy Surgical With R, Thoracoscopy Surgical With Resection-Plication For Emphysematous Lung (Bullous Or Non-Bullous) Forlung Volume Reduction (Lvrs) Unilateral Includes Any Pleural Procedure When Performed |
| 32673-CPT | High | Scope Surgery Of Thymus Gland, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Thoracoscope) To Remove Tissue From One Or Both Sides Of The Thymus Gland. |
| 32674-CPT | Moderate | Thoracoscopy Surgical With M, Thoracoscopy Surgical With Mediastinal And Regional Lymphadenectomy (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 32672. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 32672 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Provider Type
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