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Evaluate This Bilateral Rib X-ray Fracture Encounter
Published on Tue Apr 23, 2024
Question: After a level-four office evaluation and management (E/M) service for an established patient, the surgeon orders a four-view bilateral rib X-ray with posteroanterior (PA) chest view. They then perform open treatment on two rib fractures on the right side, and a single rib on the left side. How should I code this encounter for the radiologist? Colorado Subscriber Answer: This encounter [...]