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44979 Unlisted laps procedures appendix

Surgery

Also known as: unlisted laparoscopic appendix procedure

Unlisted laparoscopic procedure on appendix used when no more specific code accurately describes the laparoscopic appendiceal procedure performed.

Clinical Context

Catch-all code for novel or rare laparoscopic appendiceal procedures not specifically enumerated in CPT codes.

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Specialties

General SurgeryMinimally Invasive Surgery

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