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21255 - Reconstruction of zygomatic arch and glenoid fossa with bone and cartilage (includes obtaining autografts)

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Prior authorizationPrior Auth Required
Procedure / ServiceReconstruction of zygomatic arch and glenoid fossa with bone and cartilage (includes obtaining autografts)
Procedure / Service Description

Code NAME/DESCRIPTION COMMENTS - 21248 Reconstruction of mandible or maxilla, endosteal implant (eg, blade, cylinder); partial 21249 Reconstruction of mandible or maxilla, endosteal implant (eg, blade, cylinder); complete 21255 Reconstruction of zygomatic arch and glenoid fossa with bone and cartilage (includes obtaining autografts) 21256 Reconstruction of orbit with osteotomies (extracranial) and with bone grafts (includes obtaining autografts) (eg, micro-ophthalmia)

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Next actions
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