Podiatry Coding & Billing Alert
Unlisted Codes Fare Best For Hallux Limitus
Question: Kentucky Subscriber Answer: Here's what you should do: report 28899 (Unlisted procedure, foot or toes). When you determine a comparison code for the most accurate reimbursement, compare the unlisted code 28899 to 28289 (Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint) or 28293 (Correction, hallux valgus [bunion], with or without sesamoidectomy; resection of joint with implant) when submitting your claim.
Podiatry Coding & Billing Alert
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3 Steps Perfect Your Partial Sesamoidectomy Claim
Hint: Use of modifier 52 is out of the question.Does partial sesamoidectomy coding have you [...] - Mythbuster:
Sort Out These Suture Removal Facts Against 3 Misconceptions
Formula: Removal with anesthesia = 15850 or 15851The bad news: suture removal is usually bundled [...] - FAQs:
Put A Stop To Modifier 25 Misuse and Abuse
Find out why the phrase "by the way" offers an effective insight.Many podiatry practices take [...] - You Be the Coder:
Stick It Out With Primary Diagnosis Code
Question: I heard that when billing CPT 11721, diagnosis code 110.1 needs to be [...] - Reader Questions:
Mention Number of Units in Toe Repair Coding
Question: A 60-year old patient presented to emergency with a history of a heavy tile [...] - Reader Questions:
Set Hallux Rigidus Apart From Arthritis
Question: The podiatrist performed cheilectomy on the left toe for hallux rigidus. Any suggestions on [...] - Reader Questions:
Look For the Right Q
Question: I am billing 11721 with the primary diagnosis 110.1 (Dermatophytosis of nail), and other [...] - Reader Questions:
Unlisted Codes Fare Best For Hallux Limitus
Question: My podiatrist performed a joint replacement for hallux limitus on a patient who does [...] - Reader Questions:
Pick From 2 Choices When Treating Plantar Nerve Lesions
Question: A patient, who experiences pain, numbness, and a burning feeling in her in her [...] - Reader Questions:
Be Able To Tell When To Report 29550 and 20550 Separately
Question: A podiatrist performs a strapping procedure on the big digit of the patient's right [...]
