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29873 - Arthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; W/Lateral Release

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Procedure / ServiceArthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; W/Lateral Release
Procedure / Service Description

acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List - 29870 Arthroscopy, Knee, Dx, W/Wo Synovial Bx (Sep Proc) 29871 Arthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; Infection, Lavage & Drainage 29873 Arthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; W/Lateral Release 29874 Arthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; Removal, Loose/Fb 29875 Arthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; Synovectomy, Limited (Sep Proc)

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