CPT^® 23700, Under Manipulation Procedures on the Shoulder

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 23700 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Manipulation Procedures on the Shoulder.

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In this procedure, the provider manipulates a patient’s shoulder joint with the patient under anesthesia. He may also apply a fixation apparatus. He performs this service to treat conditions such as a frozen shoulder.

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