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OOrthocoderpgu reacted to amyjph's post in the thread Wiki E/M risk level with joint injection with
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Good question. First you have to decide if the documentation supports a separate E/M with modifier 25 or not. If yes, then is it with or without identified risk (to the patient) factors. The risk part of the MDM is the decision to perform it. To... -
OOrthocoderpgu reacted to csperoni's post in the thread Wiki Not a coder, can I change dx on claim with Like.
Coders are not licensed - they may be certified. There are no legal rules about what a coder or medical biller may perform regarding your example. Each employer decides what someone with a particular job title or certification may or may not...
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OOrthocoderpgu replied to the thread Wiki Carpal Tunnel Sx & Distal Fasciotomy.In addition to everything previously mentioned, have you spoke to your provider about not having a diagnosis for 25020? As Dr. Raizman has pointed out 25020 is performed to treat compartment syndrome, which the patient does not have.