HCPCS 32672

Thoracoscopy, surgical; with lung volume reduction [LVRS], unilateral or bilateral

AI EXPLANATION: Lung volume reduction surgery is an inpatient surgical procedure used to remove damaged, non-functioning areas of lung tissue, typically in individuals with severe emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). By taking away the diseased tissue—often through minimally invasive surgical techniques using small incisions and a specialized camera—the remaining healthy lung tissue and diaphragm have more space to expand, helping to improve overall breathing and lung function.