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22857 - interspace (other than for decompression); single interspace, lumbar

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Procedure / Serviceinterspace (other than for decompression); single interspace, lumbar
Procedure / Service Description

conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each contiguous defect (List separately in addition to - 22856 microdissection); single interspace, cervical Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy to prepare 22857 interspace (other than for decompression); single interspace, lumbar Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate 22858 preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompres

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