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Use of Tissue Adhesive for Laceration Repair
Does use of a tissue adhesive “count” as a layer for the laceration repair codes?
Coding Lymph Node Excision, Biopsy and Lymphadenectomy
During a lumpectomy, if the results of an axillary lymph node excision and biopsy (38525) lead to an axillary lymphadenectomy (38745), are both codes reported in addition to 19301, the…
Three Layer Closure = Complex Repair?
Is a 3-layer closure after a malignant skin lesion removal considered a complex repair code (131xx)?
Tympanostomy Tube with Intratympanic Injection
I did an intratympanic steroid injection and coded 69801 and 69433. Medicare paid 69801. Should I appeal the denial of 69433?
Excision of “Dog Ear” at Time of Breast Reconstruction
What code should I use for excision of a “dog ear” of the reconstruction flap that was done at the same time as the second stage of breast reconstruction?
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