19282 Percutaneous device breast each imag
Also known as: additional wire placement, extra lesion marking
Image-guided placement of a percutaneous breast lesion localization device for each additional lesion using imaging guidance. This represents add-on work for localizing multiple breast lesions in one procedure.
Clinical Context
Used when multiple nonpalpable lesions require preoperative localization during the same imaging session. Allows surgical team to identify all lesions requiring intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.98 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.87 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.08 |
| Total RVU | 4.93 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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