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November 2014

Procedure code S2083 considered inclusive when reported with *43770 or *43771

When procedure code S2083 is billed within the post-operative period assigned to procedure codes *43770 or *43771, it is considered inclusive.

That means that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan will not pay for this procedure separately if it is considered an integral part of the principal procedure being performed.

This payment policy is aligned with the standard of care for these services.

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