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Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for general excision procedures on the musculoskeletal system.
CPT Code 20150
CPT 20150 describes the excision of an epiphyseal bar with or without an autogenous soft tissue graft obtained through the same fascial incision.
CPT Code 20200
CPT 20200 describes a superficial muscle biopsy.
CPT Code 20205
CPT 20205 describes a deep muscle biopsy.
CPT Code 20206
CPT 20206 describes a percutaneous needle biopsy of muscle.
CPT Code 20220
CPT 20220 describes a biopsy of bone using a trocar or needle, such as ilium, sternum, spinous process, or ribs.
CPT Code 20225
CPT 20225 describes a biopsy of a deep bone structure, such as a vertebral body or femur, using a trocar or needle.
CPT Code 20240
CPT 20240 describes an open biopsy of a superficial bone, such as the sternum, spinous process, rib, patella, olecranon process, calcaneus, tarsal, metatarsal, carpal, metacarpal, or phalanx.
CPT Code 20245
CPT 20245 describes an open biopsy of a deep bone, such as the humeral shaft, ischium, or femoral shaft.
CPT Code 20250
CPT 20250 describes an open biopsy of a thoracic vertebral body.
CPT Code 20251
CPT 20251 describes an open biopsy of a lumbar or cervical vertebral body.
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