Fitting and adjustment of artificial arm (complete) (partial) (V52.0)
ICD-9 code V52.0 for Fitting and adjustment of artificial arm (complete) (partial) is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -PERSONS ENCOUNTERING HEALTH SERVICES FOR SPECIFIC PROCEDURES AND AFTERCARE (V50-V59).
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