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0950T Ablation benign prst8 tissue hifu

Category III

Also known as: HIFU prostate, focused ultrasound ablation

Ablation of benign prostate tissue using high-intensity focused ultrasound technology. Non-invasive thermal ablation.

In Plain Language

Prostate shrinking procedure; Sound wave treatment

Clinical Context

Non-invasive ablation of benign prostatic tissue using high-intensity focused ultrasound for symptom relief.

RVU Information

CPT 0950T 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

UrologyInterventional Radiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 0950T?

CPT 0950T (Ablation benign prst8 tissue hifu) is a Category III code. Ablation of benign prostate tissue using high-intensity focused ultrasound technology. Non-invasive thermal ablation.

Is 0950T a permanent CPT code?

No — 0950T 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 0950T used?

Non-invasive ablation of benign prostatic tissue using high-intensity focused ultrasound for symptom relief.

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