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3D Tomosynthesis

Date: Jan 14, 2014

Question:

Is there any information regarding reporting code 76499 for a 3D breast mammogram? From a recent Medicare newsletter it stated that only a 2D should be charged since the 3D is part of the 2D; therefore, code 76499 is no longer valid to be used for this procedure. In other words, use G-codes for Medicare and codes 77055-77058 for managed care. Please advise.

Question ID : 5342
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