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Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for repair procedures on the palate and uvula.
CPT Code 42200
CPT 42200 describes palatoplasty for cleft palate, soft and/or hard palate only.
CPT Code 42205
CPT 42205 describes palatoplasty for the cleft palate with the closure of the alveolar ridge involving only soft tissue.
CPT Code 42210
CPT 42210 describes palatoplasty for the cleft palate with the closure of the alveolar ridge and bone graft to the alveolar ridge, including obtaining the graft.
CPT Code 42215
CPT 42215 describes palatoplasty for the cleft palate with major revision.
CPT Code 42220
CPT 42220 describes a secondary lengthening procedure for palatoplasty for the cleft palate.
CPT Code 42225
CPT 42225 describes palatoplasty for the cleft palate with an attachment of a pharyngeal flap.
CPT Code 42226
CPT 42226 describes the lengthening of the palate and placement of a pharyngeal flap.
CPT Code 42227
CPT 42227 describes the lengthening of the palate with an island flap.
CPT Code 42235
CPT 42235 describes the repair of the anterior palate, including a vomer flap.
CPT Code 42260
CPT 42260 describes the repair of a nasolabial fistula.
CPT Code 42280
CPT 42280 describes the maxillary impression for a palatal prosthesis.
CPT Code 42281
CPT 42281 describes the insertion of a pin-retained palatal prosthesis.
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