CPT code 19282 designates an add-on, image-guided breast localization procedure performed under mammographic guidance to place a localization device (clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, or radioactive seed) at the same session as placement of another device at an initial lesion. This code matters nationally because accurate localization is critical for targeted surgical excision, image-guided biopsy planning, and coordination between radiology and surgical teams. Proper coding affects claims processing, facility reimbursement, and documentation of combined localization services.

Key payers in this review include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise explanation of the clinical context for 19282, typical sites of service, and which payers commonly adjudicate add-on breast localization services. The publication summarizes benchmarking elements relevant to utilization and reimbursement practices, highlights potential billing and documentation considerations for combined localization procedures, and outlines how 19282 fits into the broader care pathway for image-guided breast interventions.

The report is designed for coding professionals, radiology and breast surgery clinicians, and revenue cycle staff who need a national-level reference for clinical description, payer coverage context, and where 19282 is applied in care workflows. Data not available in the input.