CPT^® 21026, Under Excision Procedures on the Head

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 21026 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the Head.

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In osteomyelitis, the facial bones and surrounding soft tissue become inflamed due to a bacterial infection, such as Staphylococcus aureus, which may have spread from an infected tooth. An abscess cavity, or pocket of infection, in the bone may also be present. The provider excises the diseased bone to control the infection and prevent further spread.

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