Major CPT Code Changes Ahead: What Every Urologist Must Know Before January 2026

Big changes are coming to prostate biopsy coding in January 2026—and every LUGPA member needs to be prepared. In this concise, high-yield video featuring Dr. Jonathan Rubenstein (from his Youtube channel), he breaks down the complete overhaul of the prostate biopsy CPT code set, including the deletion of longstanding code 55700 and the introduction of nine new, approach-specific biopsy codes. These updates fundamentally change how practices must document and bill procedures—especially as all imaging and image-guided components will now be bundled into single comprehensive codes.

The source of the video is Jonathan Rubenstein on YouTube.

Dr. Rubenstein clearly explains how to choose the correct CPT code based on approach (transrectal, transperineal, in-gantry CT/MRI), whether MRI-ultrasound fusion is used, and whether targeted lesions or sextant biopsies are included. He also demystifies the new add-on code 55715 for additional MRI-identified lesions—an essential detail for accurate, compliant billing in the modern imaging era.

Whether you’re a clinician performing biopsies or an administrator overseeing coding and reimbursement, this update is critical. The changes affect workflow, documentation, compliance exposure, and ultimately practice revenue.

This video gives you exactly what you need to prepare your team before the new code set goes live. Don’t wait until January—watch now and get ahead of the transition.