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55040 - Excision of hydrocele; unilateral

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Procedure / ServiceExcision of hydrocele; unilateral
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Removal and replacement of all components of a multi-component inflatable penile prosthesis through an - Removal and replacement of all components of a multi-component inflatable penile prosthesis through an 54411 infected field at the same operative session, including irrigation and debridement of infected tissue 55040 Excision of hydrocele; unilateral 55700 Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach 57155 Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy

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