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2008 ICD-9-CM Procedure 81.8

Arthroplasty and repair of shoulder and elbow
  • 81.8 is a non-specific code that should not be used to specify a procedure
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81.8 includes:

  • arthroplasty of upper limb NEC with:
    • external traction or fixation
    • graft of bone (chips) or cartilage
    • internal fixation device or prosthesis