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Find Anatomical Location, Then Choose Neuroplasty Code

Published on Thu Jan 04, 2024

Question: Encounter notes indicate that the surgeon performed a neuroplasty. How should I code for the service? North Dakota Subscriber Answer: It depends on the type of neuroplasty the surgeon performed, as there are several code categories for neuroplasty procedures. Digital: When the surgeon performs digital neuroplasty, select one of the following codes, depending on encounter specifics: 64702 (Neuroplasty; digital, 1 or [...]
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