CPT Codes For Incision Procedures On The Lungs And Pleura
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for incision procedures on the lungs and pleura.
CPT Code 32035
CPT 32035 describes thoracostomy with rib resection for empyema.
CPT Code 32036
CPT 32036 describes thoracostomy with open flap drainage for empyema.
CPT Code 32096
CPT 32096 describes a thoracotomy with a diagnostic biopsy or biopsies of unilateral lung infiltrate, such as a wedge or incisional biopsy.
CPT Code 32097
CPT 32097 describes thoracotomy with diagnostic biopsy(ies) of unilateral lung nodule(s) or mass(es) such as wedge or incisional
CPT Code 32098
CPT 32098 describes thoracotomy with biopsy or biopsies of the pleura.
CPT Code 32100
CPT 32100 describes thoracotomy with exploration
CPT Code 32110
CPT 32110 describes thoracotomy with control of traumatic hemorrhage and/or repair of a lung tear.
CPT Code 32120
CPT 32120 describes thoracotomy for postoperative complications.
CPT Code 32124
CPT 32124 describes thoracotomy with open intrapleural pneumonolysis.
CPT Code 32140
CPT 32140 describes thoracotomy with cyst(s) removal, including pleural procedure when performed.
CPT Code 32141
CPT 32141 describes thoracotomy with resection-plication of bullae, which includes any pleural procedure when performed.
CPT Code 32150
CPT 32150 describes thoracotomy as removing an intrapleural foreign body or fibrin deposit.
CPT Code 32151
CPT 32151 describes thoracotomy with the removal of an intrapulmonary foreign body.
CPT Code 32160
CPT 32160 describes thoracotomy with a cardiac massage.
CPT Code 32200
CPT 32200 describes pneumonostomy with open drainage of abscess or cyst.
CPT Code 32215
CPT 32215 describes pleural scarification for repeat pneumothorax.
CPT Code 32220
CPT 32220 describes total decortication of the pulmonary as a separate procedure
CPT Code 32225
CPT 32225 describes partial decortication of the pulmonary area as a separate procedure.
