19100 Biopsy breast percut without image
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: blind breast biopsy, palpation biopsy
Percutaneous biopsy of breast without imaging guidance using needle or core sampling technique for tissue diagnosis.
Clinical Context
Performed for palpable breast masses when imaging guidance is not necessary. Less precise than image-guided biopsies but useful for obvious lesions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.24 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.35 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.30 |
| Total RVU | 4.89 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$163.33
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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