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Category 3 - THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES
TN.8.264
Terminology for “maxilla” – (Items 45596 and 45597)
Historically, the term “maxilla” referred to one of the two identical bones that form the upper jaw with the “maxillae” meeting in the midline of the face. Currently the “maxilla” is considered a double structure or one bone (i.e. the entire upper jaw).
A “hemimaxillectomy” refers to the surgical removal of one side of the upper jaw while a “total maxillectomy” refers to the removal of all of the “maxilla” (i.e. both sides). For item 45597, the term "bilateral" will be included in recognition that some practitioners still conduct their practice using the historical terminology, however, it is expected that most providers will use the current terminology.
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Category 3 - THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES
45596 - Additional Information
Hemimaxillectomy (H)
(Anaes.) (Assist.)
Fee: $991.10 Benefit: 75% = $743.35
(See para TN.8.264 of explanatory notes to this Category)
Category 3 - THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES
45597 - Additional Information
Total maxillectomy (bilateral) (H)
(Anaes.) (Assist.)
Fee: $1,326.75 Benefit: 75% = $995.10
(See para TN.8.264 of explanatory notes to this Category)
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