0582T Trurl ablation mal prst8 tissue
Also known as: Transurethral prostate ablation, Thermal prostate therapy
Thermal ablation of malignant prostate tissue using transurethral approach.
In Plain Language
Heat treatment of prostate cancer; Minimally invasive prostate cancer therapy
Clinical Context
Used for ablation of malignant prostate tissue via transurethral approach using thermal energy as minimally invasive alternative to radical prostatectomy.
RVU Information
CPT 0582T does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Category III codes for emerging technology do not receive RVU assignments. Reimbursement is negotiated with individual payers.
Billing & Documentation
Category III codes are temporary codes for emerging technology, services, and procedures. They are not assigned RVU values by CMS. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer — check with individual insurers before billing. These codes sunset after 5 years if not converted to Category I.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 0582T?
CPT 0582T (Trurl ablation mal prst8 tissue) is a Category III code. Thermal ablation of malignant prostate tissue using transurethral approach.
Is 0582T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0582T is a Category III temporary code for emerging technology. It may be converted to a permanent Category I code if widely adopted. Category III codes expire after 5 years without renewal.
When is CPT 0582T used?
Used for ablation of malignant prostate tissue via transurethral approach using thermal energy as minimally invasive alternative to radical prostatectomy.
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