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Transvaginal and Transurethral Radiofrequency Tissue Remodeling for Urinary Stress Incontinence
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·Urology, OB-GYN·Medical Policy
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
This policy clarifies that both transvaginal and transurethral radiofrequency tissue remodeling procedures for urinary stress incontinence are considered investigational and not covered. The policy includes specific CPT codes that will be denied as investigational.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must flag CPT codes 53860, 53899, and 0672T as investigational procedures that will be denied. Update billing system to alert staff that these radiofrequency tissue remodeling procedures for urinary stress incontinence are not covered. Inform urology providers that these procedures require alternative coding or patient self-pay arrangements.