55715 Biopsy prst8 each add mri-us/CT/mr
Surgery
+Add-on
Also known as: prostate biopsy additional core, additional prostate core
Each additional prostate biopsy core obtained with magnetic resonance imaging-ultrasound fusion, computed tomography, or magnetic resonance imaging guidance.
Clinical Context
Add-on code for each additional biopsy core beyond initial prostate biopsy using advanced imaging techniques.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.05 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.24 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.14 |
| Total RVU | 2.43 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$81.16
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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