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Ophthalmology and Optometry Coding Alert

Blepharoplasty:

Think 15820-15823 and 67901-67908 Are Interchangeable? Think Again

Published on Mon Dec 15, 2014

Read these frequently asked questions before coding your next eyelid procedure claim. Coding for eyelid procedures can be tricky, and even the most experienced coders have questions about clean claims and reimbursement. Read on for our expert answers to your frequently asked questions. Q: What determines whether blepharoplasty procedures are cosmetic? A: It depends on the procedure and the patient’s [...]
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