Other Procedures on the Humerus or Elbow CPT® Code range 24999- 24999

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code range for Surgical Procedures on the Humerus (Upper Arm) and Elbow 24999-24999 is a medical code set maintained by the American Medical Association.

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CPT® Code Range 24999- 24999
Other Procedures on the Humerus or Elbow
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[QUOTE="RebeccaMoney, post: 469705, member: 11362"] I do agree that 24999 would be a better unlisted code ad it is distal biceps. Thank you so much for your insight. [/QUOTE] You're welcome!... [ Read More ]
I do agree that 24999 would be a better unlisted code ad it is distal biceps. Thank you so much for your insight.... [ Read More ]
I agree there is no established code for an open biceps tenolysis and would report an unlisted code. 23939 is not showing up as a valid CPT for 2020 in the CPT manual. You could consider 23929 (unlist... [ Read More ]
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[QUOTE="AlanPechacek, post: 417086, member: 375416"]Having reviewed the various codes for treatment of the injuries and procedures as you describe them, I believe you are correct in your choices. The... [ Read More ]
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