CPT^® 23040, Under Incision Procedures on the Shoulder

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 23040 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Incision Procedures on the Shoulder.

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The provider incises the shoulder joint to inspect the interior, drain any fluid, and or remove any debris due to recurrent dislocations or traumatic injury.

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[QUOTE="BNB0810, post: 458551, member: 431695"] I have code 23044 for this but feel like i am missing something. Please help! status post right reverse total shoulder arthroplasty Incision and draina... [ Read More ]

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Surgery Op Help

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Surgery Op Help

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Surgery Op Help

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