tci General Surgery Coding Alert - 2016 Issue 7

Reader Question: Modifier 78 Helps Dehiscence Pay

Question: Is repair of wound dehiscence ever payable during the global period? If so, should I use one of the wound dehiscence codes (which seem to be more suitable for major surgeries) or the regular repair codes? What modifier should I use? Georgia Subscriber Answer: Yes, you can bill for repair of wound dehiscence during the postoperative (or global surgical) period of a previous procedure using an appropriate code with modifier 78 (Unplanned return to the operating/procedure room by the same physician or other qualified health care professional  following the initial procedure for a related procedure during the postoperative...

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