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11971 - Removal of tissue expander without insertion of implant

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Procedure / ServiceRemoval of tissue expander without insertion of implant
Procedure / Service Description

each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) - 11954 Subcutaneous injection of filling material (eg, collagen); over 10.0 cc 11960 Insertion of tissue expander(s) for other than breast, including subsequent expansion 11971 Removal of tissue expander without insertion of implant 11981 Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable) 11983 Removal with reinsertion, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant

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  • Confirm benefit details
  • Submit clinical notes if requested by the plan
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