CPT® Code 77061

Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) is an advanced imaging technique that creates a three-dimensional representation of breast tissue. This procedure utilizes standard mammography equipment, which is modified to capture multiple images of the breast from various angles. During the DBT process, the patient is positioned similarly to a traditional mammogram, with the breast tissue being stabilized but not excessively compressed between two glass plates. The X-ray scanner then moves in an arc around the breast, capturing a series of 11 images within a span of 7 seconds. These images are subsequently transmitted to a computer, where they are reconstructed into a three-dimensional format for interpretation by a radiologist. The primary advantage of DBT lies in its ability to enhance the detection of breast cancer, offering improved accuracy compared to conventional mammography. This technique can lead to earlier diagnosis, potentially reducing the number of unnecessary breast biopsies, facilitating the identification of multiple tumors, and providing superior imaging for patients with dense breast tissue. The specific CPT® code for unilateral DBT is 77061, while bilateral DBT is coded as 77062, and when performed as a bilateral screening procedure alongside another primary procedure, it is coded as 77063.