Free Nipple Grafts with Breast Reduction

Question:

In the setting of breast reduction, when free nipple grafts are done, is this separately reportable?

Answer:

No – it would not be appropriate to report CPT 15200 for the harvest of the nipple areola complex for free graft. This work is considered included in CPT 19318 for breast reduction and therefore not separately reportable.

For the scenario as described, the appropriate CPT to report is only 19318.

*This response is based on the best information available as of 6/19/25.