Breast Imaging Reimbursement, Quality, and Access Gaps

Wisconsin’s Gail’s Law Medicaid coverage began in July 2026, with state-regulated private-plan coverage expected in January 2027; federal bills remain out of committee and CPT 77046–77049 coverage varies. Minnesota HF5082, introduced and referred in April 2026, would require no-cost cancer screening and related follow-up under ACS guidance; passage and current status are unconfirmed. Maryland’s October 2026 breast arterial calcification notification requirement adds a reporting-policy development, while HHS–AHRQ research and advocacy for SCREENS and EARLY Act reauthorization remain notable.