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29838 - Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; debridement, extensive

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Procedure / ServiceArthroscopy, elbow, surgical; debridement, extensive
Procedure / Service Description

Extracorporeal shock wave, high energy, performed by a physician or other qualified health care professional, - 29834 Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body 29837 Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; debridement, limited 29838 Arthroscopy, elbow, surgical; debridement, extensive 29840 Arthroscopy, wrist, diagnostic, with or without synovial biopsy (separate procedure) 29844 Arthroscopy, wrist, surgical; synovectomy, partial

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