19318 Breast reduction
Also known as: reduction mammoplasty, breast reduction
Surgical reduction of breast size by removing excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin. This procedure is performed to alleviate symptoms and improve breast proportions.
Clinical Context
Used to treat symptomatic macromastia (abnormally large breasts) causing back pain, neck pain, shoulder grooving, or skin irritation. May be medically necessary or performed for cosmetic reasons.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.63 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.96 |
| Total RVU | 29.35 |
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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