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15838 - Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy); submental fat pad

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Procedure / ServiceExcision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy); submental fat pad
Procedure / Service Description

Code NAME/DESCRIPTION COMMENTS - Code NAME/DESCRIPTION COMMENTS 15837 Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy); forearm or hand 15838 Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy); submental fat pad 15839 Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy); other area 15847 Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy), abdomen (eg, abdominoplasty)

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