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D7520 incision and drainage abscess extraoral

D-Codes

Also known as: extraoral abscess drainage, facial abscess drainage

Incision and drainage of an extraoral abscess (outside the mouth, e.g., facial or submandibular) in soft tissue.

Clinical Context

Incision and drainage of abscess located outside the oral cavity (extraoral sites such as facial, submandibular, or submental spaces). Often indicates serious infection requiring urgent intervention.

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Specialties

Oral SurgeryGeneral Surgery

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