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Performing Incision and Drainage? Know the Treatment Depth

Published on Mon Nov 05, 2018

Plus: Find out how to differentiate between simple and complicated. When patients present to the ED with infections or other issues requiring incision and drainage, you’ll need to be able to nail down the right I&D code. Consider the following tips when working to pinpoint a code so you keep your I&D reimbursement flowing. Simple Skin Incision Marks Simple I&D [...]
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