12007

CPT^® 12007, Under Repair-Simple Procedures on the Integumentary System

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 12007 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Repair-Simple Procedures on the Integumentary System.

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Summary

This CPT code is used for the simple repair of superficial wounds to the scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk, and/or extremities (including the hands and feet) that are over 30.0 cm in size or more.

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