Podiatry Coding & Billing Alert

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Solve This Calcaneal Spur Conundrum

Question: The podiatrist carried out a removal of the calcaneal spur and released the plantar fascia on the left foot. Using C-arm fluoroscopy for guidance, they inserted an 18-gauge needle from the heel, aiming it towards the spur. The C-arm fluoroscopy verified the correct positioning and alignment with the spur. The podiatrist then replaced the 18-gauge needle with a #15 blade, [...]
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