December 26, 2025 In this episode, Scott, Mark, and Ray Painter answer listener questions about the new 2026 prostate biopsy CPT codes. They clarify global periods, explain the differences between transrectal and transperineal approaches, and tackle the nuances of coding for MRI-guided procedures—especially when using systems like Promaxo. They also break down the use of 55715 for additional targeted lesions, when modifiers like 52 may apply, and how payers might interpret these new c...
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December 26, 2025 In this episode, Scott, Mark, and Ray Painter answer listener questions about the new 2026 prostate biopsy CPT codes. They clarify global periods, explain the differences between transrectal and transperineal approaches, and tackle the nuances of coding for MRI-guided procedures—especially when using systems like Promaxo. They also break down the use of 55715 for additional targeted lesions, when modifiers like 52 may apply, and how payers might interpret these new c...
UCR 262: Government shutdown update, and how to stop paying processing fees on payer payments.
Urology Coding and Reimbursement Podcast
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UCR 262: Government shutdown update, and how to stop paying processing fees on payer payments.
October 10, 2025 In this episode, Scott, Mark, and Ray Painter address two pressing topics for urology practices. First, they provide the latest update on the government shutdown, its impact on Medicare claims processing, and the timeline for when the CMS-mandated 10-day hold may be lifted. They also clarify that Medicare funding is not in jeopardy—this is purely an administrative delay related to expiring telehealth and COVID-era waivers. Next, they tackle a listener-submitted questi...
Urology Coding and Reimbursement Podcast
December 26, 2025 In this episode, Scott, Mark, and Ray Painter answer listener questions about the new 2026 prostate biopsy CPT codes. They clarify global periods, explain the differences between transrectal and transperineal approaches, and tackle the nuances of coding for MRI-guided procedures—especially when using systems like Promaxo. They also break down the use of 55715 for additional targeted lesions, when modifiers like 52 may apply, and how payers might interpret these new c...
