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Hemorrhoids:

Selecting the Wrong Internal Procedure Code Could Cost You $255

Published on Tue Jun 17, 2014

One note allows mixed codes for internal procedures. A quick glance at the CPT® “Anus” section reveals three codes specifically for internal hemorrhoids. That might lead you to believe those are your only choices when your general surgeon treats internal hemorrhoids — but you would be wrong — and missing the other choices could cost your surgery practice plenty.  Let [...]
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