tci Part B Insider - 2013 Issue 18
Reader Question: Don't Just Pay Lip Service to Vermillion Border Repairs
Question: How would you code through and "through" "laceration" repair lip. Report states mucosal portion repaired 2.5-3cm and "vermillion" border was repaired 2.5-3 cm? Answer: Wounds of the mouth can be tricky because of the sensitivity and delicate tissues involved, but also because of the cosmetic considerations of this highly visible area. The exact location and extent of the repair in question will determine which code to report for these scenarios. Most coders are very familiar with the repair or closure codes for suturing wounds of various anatomical sites and lengths. Based on the classification of the...
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