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Unravel the Complexities of Coding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome — Part 2

Published on Tue Apr 01, 2025

Remember the ICD-10-CM 5th character specifies laterality. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) occurs when the tunnel becomes narrowed or when the tissue surrounding the flexor tendons swells, putting pressure (compression) on the median nerve and reducing its blood supply. Last month, Revenue Cycle Insider broke down the CTS condition and examined the diagnostic testing procedures. In the second part of this [...]
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