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Placing A Protective Spacer Near The Prostate

Vermont rates for HCPCS 0438T

A gel-like material is injected through the skin into the space between the prostate and the rectum, with imaging used to guide the needle. The material pushes the rectal wall away from the prostate so the rectum receives less radiation during prostate radiotherapy. It breaks down and is absorbed by the body over the following months.

Rates data updated July 2026.

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