29822 vs 29823
Does the physician have to document "extensive" before we code 29823?
Or can we bump up to 29823 if these were documented?
• Removal of osteochondral and/or chondral bodies AND
• Biceps tendon & rotator cuff debridement AND
• Abrasion arthroplasty
The more I research these codes the more I confuse myself. Please help me...I start this audit on Monday.
Does the physician have to document "extensive" before we code 29823?
Or can we bump up to 29823 if these were documented?
• Removal of osteochondral and/or chondral bodies AND
• Biceps tendon & rotator cuff debridement AND
• Abrasion arthroplasty
The more I research these codes the more I confuse myself. Please help me...I start this audit on Monday.