CPT^® 64857, Under Neurorrhaphy Procedures

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 64857 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Neurorrhaphy Procedures.

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The provider uses suturing to repair a major peripheral nerve of the arm or leg, other than the sciatic nerve.

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Ortho Surgery Help....

[FONT="Tahoma"][SIZE="2"]This is what I would code: 881.00 forearm laceration 955.7 interosseous nerve injury 813.14 chip fx of the ulna 64857 nerve repair 25270 extensor muscle repair There was no ... [ Read More ]

Ortho Surgery Help....

I am having some trouble effectively coding all of this. I would appreciate any input or advice! I have had limited training/experience with ortho, so I welcome the help. Thanks!! I have attached t... [ Read More ]

64857 vs 20103

Can both codes be used? One of my physician used 64857, 13160 & 20103. Thank you. :confused:... [ Read More ]

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