19101 Biopsy of breast open
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: open breast biopsy, excisional biopsy
Open surgical biopsy of breast lesion with complete excision and histopathological examination for diagnostic purposes.
Clinical Context
Performed when percutaneous techniques are non-diagnostic or when lesion requires complete excision. Standard diagnostic approach for uncertain findings.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.15 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.79 |
| Total RVU | 10.49 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$350.37
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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