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22844 - Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar

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Procedure / ServicePosterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar
Procedure / Service Description

wires); 7 to 12 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) - 22843 Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 7 to 12 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) 22844 Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 13 or more vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) 22845

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