Catheter Precision announces addition of key ablation procedures to ASC by CMS

Catheter Precision (VTAK) announced that the recent addition of key ablation procedures to ambulatory surgery centers, ASC, by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services, CMS, provides a unique and new opportunity to expand the commercialization of LockeT. In a recent announcement by Heart Rhythm Advocates it was stated that beginning January 1, 2026, CMS has added EP ablation codes to the ASC-Covered Procedures List. David Jenkins, CEO of Catheter Precision, said, “Historically, ambulatory surgery centers have been cost conscious and workflow oriented. ASCs do not have the capability to admit patients overnight and therefore want to obtain products that increase workflow efficiency to move patients to discharge quickly while ensuring that products are safe and cost effective. The LockeT suture retention device is not only cost effective, but aids in quick hemostasis enabling same day discharge. The announcement of the new CMS codes allows for additional patient scheduling and new facilities for LockeT to continue aiding physicians and patients in post-ablation recovery.”