CPT® 1089T, Under Intraoperative Breast Micro-Elastography Tissue Characterization with Physician Assessment
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 1089T as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Intraoperative Breast Micro-Elastography Tissue Characterization with Physician Assessment.
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Summary
During breast surgery, the provider uses quantitative microelastography to create real–time images that measure and characterize the stiffness of breast tissue. The physician assesses the imaging findings. Report the service per breast.
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