UCR 245: Prostate Biopsy Code Overhaul, E/M with 51798 Modifier Recommendations, and Coding Robotic Vasectomies Artwork

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UCR 245: Prostate Biopsy Code Overhaul, E/M with 51798 Modifier Recommendations, and Coding Robotic Vasectomies

May 30, 2025 • Episode 245

May 30, 2025

In this episode, Mark and Scott address upcoming significant changes to the prostate biopsy codes and provide guidance on correctly applying modifiers 25 and 59 when billing procedure 51798 and an E/M service. They also discuss coding considerations for the emerging practice of robotic-assisted vasectomies.

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