CPT^® 41870, Under Other Procedures on the Dentoalveolar Structures

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 41870 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Other Procedures on the Dentoalveolar Structures.

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In this procedure, the provider removes mouth tissue, typically from the roof of the mouth, and grafts it to the root of the tooth or teeth.

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