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    Wiki E/M scenarios Help

    Hello Experts, I could use your guidance on a few scenarios I have fr school. Please assist with your coding selection and rationales. Thank you in advance. Scenario 1 Neurologist asked to consult an 8 day old baby. Comprehensive history, exam, ROS High Medical Complexity Scenario 2...
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    Wiki E/M scenarios

    Hello Experts, Can you please assist me on a few scenarios and your rationale for your coding selection? Thanks in advance. Scenario 1 a patient was referred to the gastroenterologist for his diverticulitis. The doctor performed a comprehensive history and physical exam was done. He also did a...
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    Wiki Pediatric Coding Clarity

    Hello Experts, Is it possible to speak to someone privately or message regarding several questions? It is way too much to type and better to discuss. Please private message me with your number if you are okay with this. Thanks in advance!
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    Wiki Hearing test screening

    GM, Does anyonw know the CPT code for screening hearing test? Thank you
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    Wiki Osteophyte excision of the elbow

    Does anyone know the CPT code for "Excision of large osteophyte, elbow" Thank you...
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    Wiki DIP arthrodesis (toe)

    Thanks Amy, what is your reasoning behind utilizing 28285.
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    Wiki DIP arthrodesis (toe)

    Can someone please tell me the code for "correction of a lesser toe deformity w/middle phalanx corrective ostectomy & DIP arthrodesis? Thank you in advance.
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    Wiki CPT code for calcium deposits(shoulder)

    Can you please explain to me why you would use an unlisted code (29999) for the removal of calcium deposits from the shoulder, versus 29819 -Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body.
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    Wiki CPT code for Loose bony body from ankle

    Thanks Amy, I have sent you a private message, can you please check it and let me know thoughts? It's relatively short (6 lines). I appreciate your help.
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    Wiki CPT code for Loose bony body from ankle

    The doctor disagree with this code and stated, "bone was removed from outside the joint."
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    Wiki CPT code for calcium deposits(shoulder)

    Why not 29819 - Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with removal of loose body or foreign body
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    Wiki Bone removal from ankle

    Does anyone know the CPT code for the removal of a loose bony body coming off of the lateral side of the fibula, but not necessarily attached to the fibula. Thank you
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    Wiki CPT code for calcium deposits(shoulder)

    Morning, Can someone confirm my coding, thank you? Operatons: Arthroscopic calcific deposit excision and rotator cuff repair An incision was made within the rotator cuff to remove a large calcium deposit in both the liquid and solid forms found in the supraspinatus tendon (23000, 29819, or...
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    Wiki CPT code for Loose bony body from ankle

    Hello, Does anyone know the CPT code for removal of a loose bony body from the side of the ankle? Thanks
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    Wiki Thrombectomy confusion

    Thank you Danny.
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    Wiki Thrombectomy confusion

    Can someone please confirm my coding for the below scenerio? 37187, 35476, 36010, 37211, 75978, 75896, 75820, 75827. Operations: LT arm subclavian vein, SVC venogram, extensive brachial axillary subclavian SVC, traverse mechanical thrombectomy with TPA, as well as extensive brachial axillary...
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    Wiki 29826 - My doctor went

    My doctor went into the subacromial space arthroscopically and did an extensive debridement and then released the coracoacromial ligament. I do not think this qualify to report 29826. Does anyone have a clue on how I should proceed? Thank you.
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    Wiki CPT code for open achilles tendon lengthening

    Please help with the CPT code for Achilles tendon lengthening, as well as FDL and FHL lengthening. Thank you.
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    Wiki 33215-Repositioning

    Good day, Can I report 33215 with 33226 and 33234? What's your explanation? Thanks
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    Wiki E/M's with telemetry svcs

    Hello, Can you bill telemetry services with office visits and vice versa. What are the guidelines? Thank you in advance.
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    Wiki Telemetry w/offic visits

    Hello, Can you bill telemetry services with office visits and vice versa. What are the guidelines? Thank you in advance.
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    Wiki Hemiarthroplasty revision

    Does anyone know what code to use for hemiarthroplasty (femoral component only) where 27236 was previously done? Not sure if it's 27125-78 or 27138-78.
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    Wiki Thrombectomy case

    Good day, Please help me code this case, I am not sure. Thank you. A wire was placed into the inferior vena cava. Venogram demonstrated occlusion of the brachial axillary and subclavian. This was traversed and balloon angioplasty and atherectomy was performed. tPA was then administered and...
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    Wiki Shoulder biopsy

    Please help with a CPT code for a bone biopsy of the humerus done with a cannulated instrument... Thank you in advance.
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    Wiki CPT code 60220 denied to 60500

    Please help! My doctor performed a parathyroid exploration (60500). A frozen section was sent to the lab. Results came back and raised concern. The doctor made the decision to perform a left thyroid lobectomy (60220). Can these two procedure bill together-please explain? Code descriptions...
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    Wiki CPT code for midfoot arthodesis & percutaneous tendo-achilles lengthening

    2nd request!CPT code for midfoot arthodesis & percutaneous tendo-achilles lengthening Please help with the CPT code(s) for arthrodesis of the midfoot + percutaneous tendo-achilles lengthening. Thank you very much.
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    Wiki CPT & Dx code tenosynovectomy & granuloma -finger

    Good day, Can someone please help me with the CPT and possibly the diagnosis codes for: 1 - CPT code for excised scar tissue from thumb flexor A1 pulley, then was incised to do a tenosynovectomy? 2 - CPT code for excised scar tissue from index A1 pulley, then was incised to do a...
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    Wiki EP CPT codes - 2nd request please

    Thanks Jeremy, I know the code ranges. I just wanted to compare with what I have. Can someone help so that I can compare? Thanks in advance. FYI: My experience is with Ortho. I am doing another Dr. a favor and do not want to look crazy if I'm off.
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    Wiki EP CPT codes - 2nd request please

    Good day all, Can someone please help me with the CPT codes for the below descriptions: Thank you 1)EPS 2)EPS with drugs 3)EPS with IV drugs + 3D mapping 4)PPM single 5)PPM Dual 6)PPM Biv 7)ICD single 8)ICD dual 9)ICD Biv 10)ICD testing 11)ICD lead revision 12)PPM lead revision 13)Implantable...
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    Wiki EP CPT codes

    Good day all, Can someone please help me with the CPT codes for the below descriptions: Thank you 1)EPS 2)EPS with drugs 3)EPS with IV drugs + 3D mapping 4)PPM single 5)PPM Dual 6)PPM Biv 7)ICD single 8)ICD dual 9)ICD Biv 10)ICD testing 11)ICD lead revision 12)PPM lead revision 13)Implantable...
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    Wiki Neuromas - 2nd request please

    Hello, Can you please help? I am confused on whether to use 64776 or 28080. My doctor removed neuromas from the 2nd & 3rd interspaces. What code should I use? 64776 - Excision of neuroma; digital nerve, 1 or both, same digit 28080 - Excision, interdigital (Morton) neuroma, single, each...
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    Wiki Neuromas

    Hello, Can you please help? I am confused on whether to use 64776 or 28080. My doctor removed neuromas from the 2nd & 3rd interspaces. What code should I use? 64776 - Excision of neuroma; digital nerve, 1 or both, same digit 28080 - Excision, interdigital (Morton) neuroma, single, each...
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    Wiki Thumb spica splint code

    The chart only states a thumb plica splint was done on the hand/wrist. Do you have any suggestions?
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    Wiki Diagnosis codes for contraceptive prescriptions

    Hello, Can anyone tell me the diagnosis codes applicable whe a patient only comes in to see the doctor for birth control prescriptions?
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    Wiki Thumb spica splint code

    Good day, Does anyone know the CPT code for a thumb spica splint. This was applied to the hand/wrist? Thank you...
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    Wiki Bushing Exchange

    Hello, Does anyone have a clue on what procedure code to use for a polyethylene bushing exchange?
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    Wiki Pacemaker/leads-2nd request please

    Can someone please help me? What are the codes for the following procedures? 1)Replacement of a dual pacemaker and implantation of ventricular leads? 2)Inserting leads only? 3)Upgrade from a dual pacemaker to dual ICD? 4)Upgrade from a single ICD to a BiV ICD? 5)Upgrade from a dual to BiV ICD...
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    Wiki Shunt

    Good morning, My doctor billed 66180, 66185, 67255. CPT 66185 was denied as bundled to 66180. Is this correct, can someone please explain this to me? I have never coded for opthalmology. Thank you in advance.
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    Wiki Total shoulder

    Thank you
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    Wiki Radial fracture

    Thanks.
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    Wiki Total shoulder

    Can you report cpt code 23420 with 23472?
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    Wiki Radial fracture

    Can someome please help me code this? Pre/Post-Op Dx: LT distal radius malunion w/symptomatic hardware. Procedure: The patient's volar plate was removed. I made an osteotomy to the articular surface. I osteotomized the ulnar cortex and the volar cortex. A cut was made in the volar cortex...
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    Wiki Lidocaine -trigger point injections

    Since the doc pays and owns the meds, can we charge for the medication supply?
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    Wiki Lidocaine -trigger point injections

    Please help me with the code to use for the charge of the medication (lidocaine). This is being used for trigger point injections. Thank you!
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    Wiki Anal exam

    Hello, Does anyone know the code for an anal pap (exam) for male patients? Thank you.
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    Wiki Pap

    Hello, Does anyone know the code for an anal pap (exam) for male patients? Thank you.
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    Wiki CPT code for Achilles Tendon Tear

    Does anyone know the CPT code for a repair of a Chronic Achilles Tendon Tear. I want to say 27650, but it states for a rupture, it is not a rupture, it is a tear. Please help
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    Wiki Dx code for AVN Sesamoid

    Good day everyone, Can you please assist me with the diagnosis code for AVN sesamoid? Thank you
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    Wiki Stress & resting echo in one day

    What are the CPT code for a stress echo & a resting echo done in a doctor's office? Can you report a stress echo with a resting echo on the same day? Thank you...
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    Wiki Consult or follow-up

    If a patient was seen by a cardiologist over the weekend and a covering physician come in to see the patient on Monday, do you bill for a consult or a follow-up?
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