55880 Ablation mal prst8 tissue hifu
Also known as: HIFU ablation, focused ultrasound ablation
Ablation of malignant prostate tissue using high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) ablation.
In Plain Language
ultrasound heat ablation of prostate cancer
Clinical Context
Minimally invasive ablation of prostate cancer using focused ultrasound energy to create coagulative necrosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.29 |
| Total RVU | 17.29 |
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 17.29, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 55880?
CPT 55880 (Ablation mal prst8 tissue hifu) is a Surgery code. Ablation of malignant prostate tissue using high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) ablation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 55880?
The work RVU for CPT 55880 is 17.29. This code is primarily used by Urology, Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 55880 used?
Minimally invasive ablation of prostate cancer using focused ultrasound energy to create coagulative necrosis.
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