CPT® 53865, Under Other Procedures on the Urethra
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 53865 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Other Procedures on the Urethra.
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Summary
The provider uses a cystoscope to insert a temporary device into the part of the urethra that runs through the prostate. The device compresses the tissue to induce ischemia (a reduction in blood supply). This process helps to relieve pressure on the urethra and improve urine flow.
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