55880 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 55880, in plain terms, covers I appreciate you sharing that descriptor, but it appears to contain typos or corrupted text ("Abltj mal prst8 tiss hifu"). The actual CPT 55880 describes a procedure using high-intensity focused ultrasound to treat prostate tissue. Here's a plain-language explanation: A minimally invasive treatment using focused ultrasound waves to destroy abnormal prostate tissue without surgical incisions. CPT 55880 is referenced in 4 tracked payer policy changes from Aetna, Humana, and 1 other payer. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for CPT 55880 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.

Official descriptor: CPT 55880 on AAPC