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43887 - Gastric restrictive procedure, open; removal of subcutaneous port component only
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Procedure / ServiceGastric restrictive procedure, open; removal of subcutaneous port component only
Procedure / Service Description
Revision, open, of gastric restrictive procedure for morbid obesity, other than adjustable - 43848 gastric restrictive device (separate procedure) 43886 Gastric restrictive procedure, open; revision of subcutaneous port component only 43887 Gastric restrictive procedure, open; removal of subcutaneous port component only Gastric restrictive procedure, open; removal and replacement of subcutaneous port 43888 component only
Likely documents
- Confirm benefit details
- Submit clinical notes if requested by the plan
Next actions
- Confirm the current plan policy before submission.
- Use the insurer authorization workflow for this listed code.