G0279 Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis, unilateral or bilateral (list separately in addition to 77065 or 77066)

Short descriptor: Tomosynthesis, mammo

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G0279 is the HCPCS Level II code for Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis, unilateral or bilateral (list separately in addition to 77065 or 77066) (2026). It belongs to Section G — Procedures / Professional Services (Temporary). Under Medicare, its coverage status is: Carrier judgment. Part B pricing methodology: Priced by carriers (physician fee schedule).

Classification & CMS Attributes

Medicare Coverage
Carrier judgment (code C)
Part B Pricing
Priced by carriers (physician fee schedule) (indicator 13)
Type of Service
Diagnostic radiology
Effective Date
2018-01-01
2026 Maintenance
No change this year

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Reviewed by Prajwal Shrestha, CPC, CRC
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) · AAPC Member ID 01997614 · About · Editorial policy · Content last reviewed: 2026-01-01

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