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Code deleted, see 53854.

Official Description

Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by radiofrequency water vapor (steam) thermal therapy
Short Descr Prostatic rf water vapor tx
Coverage Special coverage instructions apply
Pricing Indicator(s) 53 – Statute
MPI A – Not applicable, as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Statute 1833(t)
Cross-Reference(s) 53854
BETOS P5E – Ambulatory procedures - other
TOS Code(s) 2 – Surgery
Added Date 1/1/2018
Termination Date 12/31/2018
APC Status Indicator Hospital Part B services paid through a comprehensive APC
MUE Not applicable/unspecified.
MUE Not applicable/unspecified.
OTS Orthotic No
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Notes
2018-12-31 Deleted Code deleted, see 53854.
2018-01-01 Added Code Added.
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