tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2007 Issue 11

Clip and Save: Acronym Ensures Proper Wound Repair Documentation

LLLDTEAR lights the way for codersSo you-ve mastered the ins and outs of CPT coding for laceration repairs; now all you have to do is make sure your documentation is airtight, and your claim is on its way to acceptance.Coders who want to stay on top of laceration repair coding should remember this acronym: LLLDTEAR.Huh? While the term might be unwieldy and unpronounceable, it is also very handy when documenting laceration repairs, says Jim Blakeman, senior vice president at Emergency Groups Office in Arcadia, Calif.-A good procedure note is the key to proper documentation and coding...

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