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Bust These Myths, Take the Drain Out of Coding I&D Procedures

Published on Tue Nov 21, 2023

Understanding when to use surgery codes will increase your practice’s payout. Performing incision and drainage (I&D) procedures is a fundamental aspect of a podiatrist’s role. However, the frequent execution of these procedures does not necessarily guarantee their accurate reporting. Here are three myths you should bust to sharpen your I&D coding skills and help you avoid claim denials. Myth 1: [...]
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