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Imaging-Guided Breast Biopsy (Single Lesion): Precision Diagnosis Has a Price
When imaging reveals a suspicious breast lesion, a targeted biopsy is often the safest way to obtain a diagnosis. Even without full surgery, these procedures rely on advanced imaging and specialist expertise. Factors that drive cost.
What It Costs
For ultrasound-guided or stereotactic trucut biopsy (single lesion), MOH benchmarks indicate:
• Surgeon fee: SGD 850 – 1,300
• Anaesthetist fee: SGD 600 – 750
Additional costs may include imaging, pathology, and follow-up consultations.
What’s Typically Covered
Coverage depends on outpatient benefits:
• Many international plans cover diagnostic biopsies
• Lower-tier plans may cap outpatient reimbursements
• Pathology fees are sometimes billed separately
Insurance Tip
Check whether diagnostic imaging and pathology are covered under the same outpatient limit or reimbursed separately.
Conclusion
A biopsy may be short, but its financial impact isn’t. Insurance clarity is essential before proceeding.
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