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28291 - metatarsophalangeal joint with implant

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Procedure / Servicemetatarsophalangeal joint with implant
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Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first - 28289 metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first 28291 metatarsophalangeal joint with implant Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with 28292 resection of proximal phalanx base, when performed, any method

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