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43888 - component only

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Procedure / Servicecomponent only
Procedure / Service Description

Revision, open, of gastric restrictive procedure for morbid obesity, other than adjustable - 43887 Gastric restrictive procedure, open; removal of subcutaneous port component only Gastric restrictive procedure, open; removal and replacement of subcutaneous port 43888 component only 43999 Unlisted Proc, Stomach 44132 Donor Enterectomy, Open, W/Prep & Maintenance, Allograft; Cadaver Donor

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