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CPT 0694T: Intraoperative 3D Imaging of Breast or Axillary Lymph Node Specimen
CPT code 0694T represents intraoperative three-dimensional imaging and reconstruction of breast or axillary lymph node tissue specimens, including automatic specimen reorientation and a provider interpretation with report. The code captures a technology-enabled pathology imaging service performed during operations such as mastectomy and is relevant for surgical oncology workflows and perioperative pathology decision-making.
Key payers in national analyses include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of the clinical service captured by the code, typical sites of service, and payer coverage context. The publication summarizes how the code fits into surgical and pathology service lines, highlights common use cases in intraoperative specimen assessment, and outlines which benchmarks and policy updates payers often consider when evaluating coverage for technology-driven intraoperative diagnostic services.
This resource provides clinical context for billing teams, coding specialists, and policy analysts who need clear, national-level information on the service definition, expected site of service, and where to look for payer-specific coverage details. Data not available in the input for related taxonomies, specific ICD-10 pairings, and utilization benchmarks.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 0694T describes intraoperative acquisition and 3D reconstruction of a breast or axillary lymph node tissue specimen during an operation such as mastectomy. The service includes automated specimen reorientation capability, interpretation by the provider, and a report of findings.
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Service type: Intraoperative 3D specimen imaging and reconstruction with interpretation
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Typical site of service: Operating room or intraoperative setting within a hospital or ambulatory surgical center