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53850 - Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by microwave thermotherapy

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Procedure / ServiceTransurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by microwave thermotherapy
Procedure / Service Description

adjustable transprostatic implant (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) - 53425 Urethroplasty, 2-stage reconstruction or repair of prostatic or membranous urethra; second stage 53430 Urethroplasty, reconstruction of female urethra 53850 Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by microwave thermotherapy 53852 Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by radiofrequency thermotherapy 53854 Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by radiofrequency generated water vapor thermotherapy

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