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Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for repair, revision, and/or reconstruction procedures on the humerus (upper arm) and elbow. CPT Code 24300 CPT 24300 describes the manipulation of the elbow under anesthesia. CPT Code 24301 CPT 24301 describes a single muscle or tendon transfer of the upper arm or elbow, excluding 24320-24331. CPT…

CPT 35638 describes the procedure of bypass grafting using a synthetic graft to reroute the connection from the aorta to both iliac arteries. This article will cover the description, official description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 35638? CPT 35638 is a…

CPT 69719 describes the replacement of a device in the skull that aids in converting sound energy for the inner ear. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 69719? CPT 69719 can be used to describe the…

CPT 35521 describes a procedure known as bypass graft, with vein, specifically connecting the axillary artery to a portion of the femoral artery using a vein graft. This article will cover the official description, procedure details, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 35521?…