tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2011 Issue 6

Closures: Check More Than Layers to Arrive At Correct Closure Level

Dig deeper into notes to get a grip on repair levels.ED coders cannot consider all closures equal, or they risk miscoding laceration repair claims.One of the nuances of coding these procedures is knowing how to distinguish one type from another. Read on for our experts' advice on how to assess the three closure levels and assign the best codes.Remember 'Simple' Doesn't Mean 'Easy'A simple repair involves primarily the dermis and epidermis. It might involve subcutaneous tissues, but not deep layers.Draw the line: How do you know when a closure might involve subcutaneous layers but is...

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