General Surgery Coding Alert

Condition Spotlight:

Avoid Hangups When Coding Hemorrhoids

Location and count are key to correctly coding hemorrhoids. When the surgeon removes one or more hemorrhoids for patients, the procedure can pose multiple coding challenges for coders specializing in general surgery. Why? Initially, selecting from a variety of specific codes for hemorrhoid removal can be complex. Furthermore, if multiple hemorrhoids are excised, or if several procedures are carried out, [...]
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