Laser Ablation of the Prostate

Laser ablation/enucleation of the prostate is covered for treatment of bladder neck obstruction due to benign prostatic hyperplasia when symptoms have persisted >=3 months and the AUA symptom score is >9. Urodynamics and post-void residual testing should be performed and documented when clinically indicated (e.g., suspected neurologic disease or prior failed prostate surgery), and procedures should be prescribed and personally supervised by a qualified physician; active urinary infection is a relative contraindication.

"Laser prostatectomy is indicated for patients with bladder neck obstruction secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)."

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