tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2003 Issue 4

Remove Foreign-Body Billing Woes With Coding Examples

Reporting foreign-body removal (FBR) services can be a royal pain in the neck for ED coders. Dislodge FBR coding obstacles by using these real-life ED situations to hone your coding skills. Example #1, Ankle FBRs: A patient presents with a needle embedded in the ankle. The ED physician uses a C-arm (portable fluoroscopy unit) to help localize the foreign body. The physician then makes an incision and locates the foreign body using needles placed in two planes. He grasps the foreign body, removes it and then irrigates the wound and applies the dressing. Answer: The best fit for this...

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