CPT^® 38232, Under Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Services/Procedures

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 38232 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Services/Procedures.

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In this procedure, the provider aspirates bone marrow tissue with the help of a needle, to place it back into the bone marrow cavity of the same patient, typically at a later date.

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