Last updated: 06/04/2020
On January 1, 2020 TRICARE began covering Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT), also known as three-dimensional (3D) mammography, for breast cancer screening in lieu of the conventional two-dimensional screening mammography. Prior authorization is not required for 3D mammography; however, benefit review is required for women 30-39 years old to ensure coverage criteria is met.
This benefit is not retroactive and any claims prior to January 1, 2020 will not be covered.
These mammograms are covered for:
Special processing code: DB
See Mammograms for more information as it becomes available.