tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2013 Issue 10

Reader Question: How Solid is the 72 Hour Rule for Fracture Care Reporting? Find Out

Question: I was wondering if I could have your feedback regarding a topic of conversation that many of my groups are experiencing.  We are seeing a large increase in the number of fracture care.  Below is the coding policy they follow.  Can you enlighten me about the 72-hour rule?  I have found a few articles but none of them talk about this 72 hour window.  How do other groups handle fracture care in this manner?   Any information you can provide will definitely assist me.    Illinois Subscriber   Answer: The time...

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