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Selected code: 06.18.03

Assistive device types - Selected code: 06.18.03
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	06 - Orthoses and prostheses Orthoses are externally applied devices used to modify the structural and functional characteristics of the neuromusculoskeletal systems; prostheses are externally applied devices used to replace, wholly or in part, an absent or deficient body segment. Included are, e.g. body-powered and externally powered external orthoses, prostheses, orthopaedic footwear. Excluded are endo-prostheses, which are not part of this document.
	06.18 - Upper limb prostheses A collection of compatible components that can be integrated to produce a range of different upper limb prostheses. Included are, e.g. cosmetic upper limb prostheses.
	06.18.03 - Partial hand prostheses Devices that replace part of the upper limb distal to the wrist joint after amputation or due to congenital limb deficiency. Included are, e.g. finger prostheses.