Local Coverage DeterminationUrology

Proposed LCD DL38707: Transurethral Waterjet Ablation of the Prostate — Noridian

LCD-DL38707

Document details

Document type
Local Coverage Determination
Issuing body
MAC Contractor
Document ID
LCD-DL38707
Published
June 5, 2026
Effective date
See source document
MAC region
Noridian

Summary

The proposed LCD for Transurethral Waterjet Ablation of the Prostate could significantly impact billing practices for urology services. Providers should closely monitor coverage decisions, as changes

New proposed LCD may affect urology billing.

Affected specialty

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Source document

https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/lcd.aspx?lcdid=40185&ver=7

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