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 RVU | 9.56 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 266.75 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.24 |
| Total RVU | 277.55 |
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
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