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Reader Question:

Goniopuncture

Published on Wed May 01, 2002

Question: What is the code for "goniopuncture"?

Illinois Subscriber

Answer: There is no code described as goniopuncture or gonioplasty. Use 65820 (Goniotomy), which most closely describes the procedure.

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