HCPCS Code C9748

Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by radiofrequency water vapor (steam) thermal therapy
Code effective Jan 01, 2019

HCPCS Section
Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System

C9748 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by radiofrequency water vapor (steam) thermal therapy or (Prostatic rf water vapor tx) for short. HCPCS C9748 has been effective since 01/01/2019 and applies to Surgery.

HCPCS Code Details - C9748

HCPCS Level II Code
Section C - Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System
HCPCS Code C9748
Description

Long description:
Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by radiofrequency water vapor (steam) thermal therapy

Short description:
Prostatic rf water vapor tx

HCPCS Pricing indicator 53 - Statute
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Statute number 1833(t)
Coverage code D - Special coverage instructions apply
BETOS2 code P5E - Ambulatory procedures - other
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 2 - Surgery
Effective date Effective Jan 01, 2019
Date added Added Jan 01, 2018
Termination date Dec 31, 2018

See also

  • HCPCS C9747 · Ablation of prostate, transrectal, high intensity focused ultrasound (hifu), including imaging guidance

  • HCPCS C9749 · Repair of nasal vestibular lateral wall stenosis with implant(s)

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