Base 2014 coding for breast biopsy, device placement on guidance used

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers determine whether they need to update their breast imaging and biopsy billing workflows for 2014 CPT changes. It is relevant for practices seeking to understand how the new code families affect reporting structure, service packaging, and comparisons with prior coding approaches.

Article Sections

1. Billing

   Introduces the 2014 coding changes and the general reason the new structure was adopted. Also frames the article around breast biopsy and imaging-guided service reporting.

2. Changes could mean lower payments

   Discusses how combining services into new code families may affect overall reimbursement patterns. Provides context on the impact of code consolidation for common breast procedure scenarios.

3. Coding, pay scenarios for breast biopsy and needle localization codes

   Presents comparison scenarios showing how selected breast procedure services were reported before and after the 2014 changes. Includes a payment comparison table for biopsy and localization examples.