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55881 Ablt trurl prst8 tissue thrm ultrasound

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: TURP-HIFU, transurethral ultrasound ablation

Ablation of prostate tissue using transurethral ultrasound-guided thermal ablation technique.

Clinical Context

Transurethral thermal ablation of prostate tissue using ultrasound guidance for benign hyperplasia or cancer.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU9.56
Practice Expense RVU266.75
Malpractice RVU1.24
Total RVU277.55

Est. Medicare Payment

$9,270.17

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Urology

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