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Tackle This NCCI Edit Versus Authoritative Guidance Dilemma

Published on Wed Feb 10, 2021

Question: The provider performs a transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) in order to guide the insertion of CryoNeedles around the prostate. The procedure involves two freeze and thaw cycles, at which point the surgeon removes the needles and leaves a urethral warmer in situ for approximately 25 minutes. The provider then performs a direct vision urethrotomy and subsequent aspiration of the bladder [...]
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