Ablation of Thyroid Nodules

Question:

My physician performed a percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of 3 thyroid nodules, one in the lower part of the left lobe and 2 in the right lobe. I am not sure what CPT code I should report. Can you help?

Answer:

Certainly. There are 2 new CPT codes to report percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of thyroid nodules: CPT code 60660 (Ablation of 1 or more thyroid nodule(s), one lobe or the isthmus, including imaging guidance, radiofrequency) and CPT code 60661, an add-on code for the additional lobe. In this instance, you will report 60660 for the left lobe and 60661 for the right lobe. Keep in mind that imaging guidance is included and should not be reported separately.

*This response is based on the best information available as of 6/19/25.