CPT 32096 Surgery - Respiratory
Open wedge/bx lung infiltr Cost
Body System: Respiratory
Medicare Facility Rate
$764
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$764
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
13.41
Work RVU
6.14
Facility PE RVU
3.33
Malpractice RVU
22.88
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Open wedge/bx lung infiltr cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $764. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Open wedge/bx lung infiltr cost without insurance?
Without insurance, you may pay the hospital's chargemaster rate, which is often 300-500% of Medicare. Ask about cash-pay discounts — many facilities offer 20-40% off for self-pay patients. The Medicare baseline for this procedure is $764.