S8080 HCPCS code: Scintimammography (radioimmunoscintigraphy of the breast), unilateral, including supply of radiopharmaceutical
S8080 is the HCPCS Level II code for scintimammography (radioimmunoscintigraphy of the breast), unilateral, including supply of radiopharmaceutical. Its Medicare coverage code is I (Not payable by Medicare): Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
Code details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Section | S codes — Temporary national codes (non-Medicare) |
| Coverage code | I — Not payable by Medicare |
| Pricing indicator | 00 — Not separately priced by Medicare |
| BETOS category | Z2 |
| Added | 2001-01-01 |
| Last action effective | 2001-01-01 |
What changed for S8080
- 2001-01-01: S8080 added to HCPCS Level II
- Next scheduled CMS quarterly update (HCPCS and DMEPOS fee schedule): 2027-01-01
Frequently asked questions
What is HCPCS code S8080?
S8080 is the HCPCS Level II code for scintimammography (radioimmunoscintigraphy of the breast), unilateral, including supply of radiopharmaceutical. Short descriptor: "Scintimammography".
Does Medicare cover S8080?
Coverage code I — Not payable by Medicare. Medicare does not pay separately under this code; another code applies.
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- S8092 — Electron beam computed tomography (also known as ultrafast ct, cine ct)
- S8096 — Portable peak flow meter
- S8097 — Asthma kit (including but not limited to portable peak expiratory flow meter, instructional video, brochure, and/or spacer)
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Sources: CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule; CMS NCCI MUE tables; CMS Medicare utilization (physician and DME supplier files); CMS Medicare Coverage Database articles. Fees are Medicare allowables, not commercial rates. Not billing or legal advice.