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Interspinous Process Decompression is a surgical procedure in which an implant is placed between two bones called spinous processes in the back of the
View ArticleUser id : 29726 on "HCPCS Codes for Flexible Heel Stride, Heel Cushion, Match...
For Flexible Heel Stride; 3mm black subortholene 5/8" heel deep, white EVA rearfoot post, Heel Punch fill with Visco, Black Pyramid Heel Plate, 1/8" B
View ArticleUser id : 29726 on "HCPCS Codes for Flexible Heel Stride, Heel Cushion, Match...
The only information I have is the description of the Flexible Heel Stride which is: 3mm black subortholene 5/8" heel deep, white EVA rearfoot post, H
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We researched further, however could only find limited information. Without the vendor or manufacture details, its quite not possible to code these su
View ArticleUser id : 81522 on "Failed Fixation"
How do you code dx: Middle finger proximal interphalangeal joint fracture dislocation with failed fixation. should i code as 996.49? I am not sure Ind
View ArticleUser id : 33396 on "Toe/Foot Procedure"
How would I code the following: DIAGNOSIS: 1.Hallux valgus deformity, right great toe. 2.Instability of the second MTP joint with associated Morton’
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26785 is the correct code for open treatment of the interphalangeal joint. You should add modifier 78 for an uplanned return to the operating room fo
View ArticleUser id : 76198 on "Medical Decision Making~Level of Risk chart"
I work for an orthopedic practice. Oftentimes my physicians will refer their patients to another physician for ESI injections as a type of pain therap
View ArticleSuperCoder on "Medical Decision Making~Level of Risk chart"
Thanks for your question. In regards to medical decision making, there are three areas that must be taken into consideration when selecting the level
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Based on information provided, please find the codes below: DIAGNOSIS: 1.Hallux valgus deformity, right great toe. 735.0, Hallux valgus (acquired) 2.I
View ArticleUser id : 76198 on "cubital tunnel injection"
I am having a difficult time selecting the correct cpt code for cubital injection. The doctors documentation states injection is in the "cubital tunne
View ArticleUser id : 76198 on "Medical Decision Making~Level of Risk chart"
I do understand all 3 of areas: the number of diagnosis or treatment options, the amount and/or complexity as well as the risk of complications. I con
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The decision to have the patient receive epidural steroid injections or ESI injections would be counted under the risk of complications and or morbidi
View ArticleUser id : 76198 on "Medical Decision Making~Level of Risk chart"
Thank you so much. YOU DID CLARIFY IT FOR ME? I guess the reason why I always did question is because my doctor was not doing the injection. The othe
View ArticleSuperCoder on "cubital tunnel injection"
You would use 64450 for the procedure. Diagnosis code 354.2 is an allowed diagnosis for this type of injection. Hope this helps.
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•You Be the Coder: Report Staged Revisions in Knee Orthopedic Coding Alert - 2012; Volume 15, Number 5 Question: Our patient had a failed arthroscop
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