55877 Ablation ire prst8 1+ tumor percutaneous
Also known as: IRE ablation, nanoknife ablation
Ablation of one or more prostate tumors using irreversible electroporation (IRE) percutaneously.
In Plain Language
electrical ablation of prostate tumors
Clinical Context
Percutaneous irreversible electroporation ablation of focal prostate tumors preserving surrounding tissue.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.50 |
| Total RVU | 13.50 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 13.50, this code ranks in the 69th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 55877?
CPT 55877 (Ablation ire prst8 1+ tumor percutaneous) is a Surgery code. Ablation of one or more prostate tumors using irreversible electroporation (IRE) percutaneously.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 55877?
The work RVU for CPT 55877 is 13.50. This code is primarily used by Urology, Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 55877 used?
Percutaneous irreversible electroporation ablation of focal prostate tumors preserving surrounding tissue.
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