CPT^® 64782, Under Excision and Implantation Procedures on the Somatic Nerves

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 64782 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision and Implantation Procedures on the Somatic Nerves.

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The provider removes a tumor or mass growing on a peripheral nerve of the hand or foot. The procedure relieves pain and restores nerve function lost from a neuroma, which injury or trauma caused.

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