Podiatry Coding & Billing Alert

Fracture Coding and Casts:

Facilitate These Coding and Casting Tips for Fractures

Beware: E/M codes are not always billable. When a patient comes in with a broken ankle, your podiatrist will probably use a cast or splint. However, choosing the correct code can be difficult due to the multitude of CPT® codes that describe fracture treatment, casting, and splinting. For a better understanding of how to distinguish between codes for ankle fracture [...]
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