
Kevin R. Barss
Examiner (ID: 19283, Phone: (571)270-1129 , Office: P/3753 )
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| Art Unit(s) | 3753 |
| Total Applications | 879 |
| Issued Applications | 787 |
| Pending Applications | 2 |
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