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Anterior Tibialis Tendon Repair
Published on Mon Jul 14, 2014
Question: How would I code for the repair of the anterior tibialis tendon in the foot? I’ve been advised by different experts to use 27664 or 28208. Which is correct? Indiana Subscriber Answer: Report CPT® code 28208 (Repair, tendon, extensor, foot; primary or secondary, each tendon). As the code descriptor indicates, the repair takes place in the foot. Code 27664 (Repair, extensor [...]