A patient with empyema requires a Schede thoracoplasty. What CPT® code is reported for this procedure?

The correct answer is C. 32905. The Schede thoracoplasty for empyema is accurately described by CPT code 32905, which covers the radical procedure involving the resection of multiple ribs and often the obliteration of the pleural cavity to treat chronic empyema.

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A32906
B32999
C32905
D32900

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Explanation

The Schede thoracoplasty for empyema is accurately described by CPT code 32905, which covers the radical procedure involving the resection of multiple ribs and often the obliteration of the pleural cavity to treat chronic empyema.

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