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0738T Treatment pln mag fld ablation prst8

Category III

Also known as: MFA treatment planning, Magnetic ablation planning, Prostate treatment planning

Treatment planning for magnetic field ablation of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

In Plain Language

Planning magnetic energy treatment for enlarged prostate; Treatment plan for prostate shrinking

Clinical Context

Planning phase for magnetic field-based ablation of benign prostatic hyperplasia to create customized treatment protocol.

RVU Information

CPT 0738T 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

Urology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 0738T?

CPT 0738T (Treatment pln mag fld ablation prst8) is a Category III code. Treatment planning for magnetic field ablation of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Is 0738T a permanent CPT code?

No — 0738T 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 0738T used?

Planning phase for magnetic field-based ablation of benign prostatic hyperplasia to create customized treatment protocol.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.