Manipulation Procedures on the Shoulder CPT® Code range 23700- 23700

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code range for Surgical Procedures on the Shoulder 23700-23700 is a medical code set maintained by the American Medical Association.

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CPT® Code Range 23700- 23700
Manipulation Procedures on the Shoulder
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