AHA Coding Clinic® for HCPCS - 2018 Quarter 1; For Your Information
Transurethral readiofrequency (RF) thermal therapy
A new HCPCS code C9748 , Transurethral destruction of prostate tissue; by radiofrequency water vapor (steam) thermal therapy, was created for the reporting of transurethral radiofrequency thermal therapy. The transurethral radiofrequency thermal therapy is utilized in the treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) via radiofrequency generated thermal therapy in the form of water vapor. This therapy is applied directly to the extra prostate tissue, which causes symptoms such as, urgency, frequency, and irregular flow. The new HCPCS code C9748 became effective on January 1, 2018. ...
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Article Overview
This premium article covers a newly created HCPCS code associated with transurethral radiofrequency thermal therapy and the general clinical setting in which the service is used. It is relevant to coders, billers, and revenue cycle professionals who need to track code updates, effective dates, and the broader procedure category tied to prostate treatment.
Why This Topic Matters
The article matters because it highlights a new HCPCS reporting option and the date it became effective, which can affect coding workflows and claim reporting for services in this treatment area.
What You Will Learn
- The general purpose of the article’s HCPCS update
- The clinical context for the transurethral therapy discussed
- The effective-date information associated with the new reporting code
- The type of procedure category the article addresses
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing specialists
- Revenue cycle staff
- Practice managers
Codes Discussed
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