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Count on Location for Rib Fracture X-Ray Views

Question: After a level 4 office evaluation and management (E/M) service for an established patient, the surgeon orders a four-view bilateral rib X-ray with posteroanterior chest view. They then perform open treatment on two rib fractures on the right side, and a single rib on the left side. How should I code this encounter? Michigan Subscriber Answer:  You’ll need help from [...]
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