CPT® 2014: Look for New Breast Localization and Biopsy Codes Next Year

Why This Topic Matters

Breast biopsy and localization coding changed significantly in CPT 2014, so readers who report these services need to recognize which legacy codes were removed and how the revised code structure is organized. Understanding the scope of the update helps improve code selection, documentation review, and claims accuracy without relying on outdated references.

Article Sections

1. Drop Deleted Codes

   This section identifies breast biopsy and localization codes that were removed for 2014 and sets up the transition to the revised code structure.

2. Confirm Image Guidance for Localization Devices

   This section explains the broad imaging guidance categories used in breast localization coding and introduces how the revised CPT framework distinguishes among them.

3. Check to Ensure Documentation Supports Breast Biopsy

   This section addresses documentation review for breast biopsy services and describes the relationship between primary and add-on reporting in the updated code set.