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21742 - Reconstructive repair of pectus excavatum or carinatum; minimally invasive approach (Nuss procedure)

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Procedure / ServiceReconstructive repair of pectus excavatum or carinatum; minimally invasive approach (Nuss procedure)
Procedure / Service Description

Code NAME/DESCRIPTION COMMENTS - 21740 Reconstructive repair of pectus excavatum or carinatum; open Code NAME/DESCRIPTION COMMENTS 21742 Reconstructive repair of pectus excavatum or carinatum; minimally invasive approach (Nuss procedure), without thoracoscopy 21743 Reconstructive repair of pectus excavatum or carinatum; minimally invasive approach (Nuss procedure), with

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  • Confirm benefit details
  • Submit clinical notes if requested by the plan
Next actions
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  • Use the insurer authorization workflow for this listed code.