tci E/M Coding Alert - 2022 Issue Q4

Condition Coding: Dive Deep Into Skull Fracture Repair Coding

Let encounter location drive E/M code choice. It’s a safe bet that almost all neurosurgeons are familiar with skull fracture repairs; are you just as familiar with how to code the diagnosis and treatment of these injuries? The lowdown: Your neurosurgeon is the go-to specialist for skull fracture management, from diagnosis to treatment. You’ll need to know what you can — and cannot — code, so there are no slip-ups from a coding perspective that could cause reimbursement errors. Avoid making a coding misstep for your skull fracture patients by following these guidelines about the injury, its...

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