CMS Final Rule Bundles Breast Biopsy Codes, Cuts Payment

In CMS’ Final Payment Rule, mandated cuts to breast biopsy codes and various imaging studies will occur, according to a report from Diagnostic Imaging.

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New codes will bundle breast biopsy and image guidance for the stereotactic, ultrasound or MRI studies, according to the report. Additional bundling of marker placement with image guidance will bring a 17 percent increase in payment next year.

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