Fitting and adjustment of neuropacemaker (brain) (peripheral nerve) (spinal cord) (V53.02)
ICD-9 code V53.02 for Fitting and adjustment of neuropacemaker (brain) (peripheral nerve) (spinal cord) 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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