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Ace Intracranial Hematoma Evacuations Every Time With Handy Tips

If you can confirm the infratentorial location of the hematoma, you will turn to codes 61314 & 61315. When your neurosurgeon performs an intracranial hematoma evacuation, you must always read the documentation to identify the hematoma’s location and the exact type. Discover handy tips on how to correctly code intracranial hematoma evacuations in your office. Tip 1: Rely on These [...]
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