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55873 - Cryosurgical ablation of the prostate (includes ultrasonic guidance and monitoring)

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Procedure / ServiceCryosurgical ablation of the prostate (includes ultrasonic guidance and monitoring)
Procedure / Service Description

adjustable transprostatic implant (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) - 55866 Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, retropubic radical, including nerve sparing, includes robotic assistance, when performed 55873 Cryosurgical ablation of the prostate (includes ultrasonic guidance and monitoring) Code NAME/DESCRIPTION COMMENTS 55874 Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including

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