12037

CPT^® 12037, Under Repair-Intermediate Procedures on the Integumentary System

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 12037 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Repair-Intermediate Procedures on the Integumentary System.

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This CPT® code is used for the intermediate repair of wounds to the scalp, axillae, trunk, and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet) that are over 30.0 cm or greater in size.

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