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Bone Up on Your Ankle Fracture Coding

Published on Mon Jan 03, 2022

Hint: A bimalleolar fracture involves two bones. Fractures are tricky to code because “fracture” can encompass so many different situations. Because ankles are comprised of multiple bones, coding ankle fractures can be especially tricky. Make sure you’re double-checking documentation for location, type of fracture, encounter details, and how the fracture is healing to ensure you’re getting the revenue you’ve earned [...]
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