AngioDynamics Enhances Access to NanoKnife IRE for Cancer Treatment with New Medicare Coverage
AngioDynamics Expands Patient Access to NanoKnife IRE for Prostate and Liver Cancer as Medicare Coverage Framework Takes Effect

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AngioDynamics, Inc. has announced that Medicare will cover irreversible electroporation (IRE) for prostate and liver cancer starting July 5, 2026. This coverage, established by Palmetto GBA, follows the activation of Category I CPT codes, enhancing reimbursement access for eligible patients and supporting broader national adoption of IRE technology.
- 01Palmetto GBA's Local Coverage Determination (LCD L40205) for IRE becomes effective on July 5, 2026.
- 02Category I CPT codes for IRE procedures were activated by the American Medical Association on January 1, 2026, indicating clinical effectiveness.
- 03IRE is recognized for treating favorable intermediate-risk prostate cancer and metastatic colorectal cancer to the liver.
- 04The technology preserves surrounding critical structures, making it suitable for complex lesions.
- 05AngioDynamics aims to expand patient access and support treating physicians through this new reimbursement framework.
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AngioDynamics, Inc. has announced a significant advancement in cancer treatment accessibility as Medicare will cover irreversible electroporation (IRE) for prostate and liver cancers starting July 5, 2026. This coverage, established by Palmetto GBA under Local Coverage Determination (LCD L40205), follows the activation of Category I CPT codes by the American Medical Association, which recognizes the clinical effectiveness of IRE procedures. The coverage is specifically for patients with favorable intermediate-risk prostate cancer and those with metastatic colorectal cancer to the liver who cannot undergo traditional surgical options. IRE utilizes high-voltage electrical pulses to ablate cancer cells while preserving critical surrounding structures, thus addressing significant quality-of-life concerns for patients. AngioDynamics' Senior Vice President, Juan Carlos Serna, emphasized the importance of this development in enhancing patient access to effective treatment options. The company is poised to support physicians in leveraging this technology as it seeks to expand its reach across additional payer jurisdictions.
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The new Medicare coverage for IRE will enhance treatment options for cancer patients, particularly those with prostate and liver cancers.
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