Reader Questions:
Assess the Level of Repair Before Applying Your Codes
Published on Sat Mar 06, 2021
Question: My ob-gyn documented the following: 20 cc of lidocaine injected into the laceration site observed at the time of delivery. A rectal exam was performed and there was noted to be an approximately 1cm tear into the rectal mucosa. The rectal mucosa was repaired with a running suture of 3-0 Vicryl and a second imbricating layer was placed. Only [...]