MBS item 31530 · Category 3
Breast, biopsy of solid tumour or tissue of, using a vacuum-assisted breast biopsy device under imaging guidance, for histological examination, if imaging has demonstrated:(a) microcalcification of lesion; or(b) impalpable lesion less than one cm in diameter;including pre-operative localisation of lesion, if performed, other than a service associated with a service to which item 31548 applies
Schedule fee$712.95
75% benefit$534.75
85% benefit$608.45
100% benefit—
EMSN capN
Start date2002-11-01
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Classification
Where the item sits in the MBS
Category: 3
Group: T8
Subgroup: 1
Subheading: —