CMS NCD Updates and Coding Revisions
CMS updates NCD coding for radiology and bone density, adding new ICD‑10 and CPT codes and revising Medicare billing rules.
Read moreACR® staff and breast imaging leaders represented the College at the 2026 Society of Breast Imaging Symposium in Seattle. The symposium focused on the pace of change and innovation in breast imaging, with expert-led sessions about the new BI-RADS® updates for mammography, ultrasound, MRI, contrast-enhanced mammography. and audit guidance. Scientific sessions also highlighted practice-changing research, breast cancer risk assessment, and other emerging issues shaping the field.

ACR leaders and staff had opportunity to speak directly with breast imagers from across the country, as well as with many international members. There was strong interest in the College’s new BI-RADS publication released in December, with attendees sharing feedback, asking questions about the updates, and seeking ACR resources they can take to their practices. ACR also had opportunity to discuss advocacy priorities, listen to members’ concerns, and strengthen relationships with physicians and other stakeholders at the forefront of breast imaging.
For more information or if you have questions, contact Eugenia Brandt, ACR Senior Government Relations Director.
CMS NCD Updates and Coding Revisions
CMS updates NCD coding for radiology and bone density, adding new ICD‑10 and CPT codes and revising Medicare billing rules.
Read moreLegislation to Improve Lung Cancer Research for Women Advances
ACR applauded Senate passage of S.1157 to advance women’s lung cancer research, review care gaps, and improve outcomes. The bill awaits House-Senate alignment.
Read moreFDA Highlights Programs for Innovators at ACR DSI Summit
The FDA joined the ACR®️ Data Science Summit June 9 to give an update about its Total Product Life Cycle Advisory Program.
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