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Sections 4174.1, 4174.3, and 4174.4

Guidance for Sections 4174.1, 4174.3, and 4174.4, regarding cryosurgery of the prostate gland, are revised to reflect the addition, effective July 1, 2001, of coverage for cryosurgery of the prostate gland performed as salvage therapy under certain limited conditions.

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Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Issue Date: June 11, 2001

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