Wiki Debridement

[joanne71178]

Procedure stated on OP note: Debridement of superficial wound of hip.

Dx on OP note: Superficial wound infection Hip


Incision was made over the cutaneous area of drainage. A large subcutaneous collection of waht appreaded to be proteinacous fluid and pocket of fluid were removed. Very little purulece was found. Hip was taken through a full range of motion ot express any fluid that might be coming from the hip, but just could not be ascertained w/ palpating finger. Pernrose drain was placed.


Should I use 10060 or 11042? I see more of an Incision and drainage than debridement. Any ideas or opinions?

Thank you in advance!

 

[ASH527]

I agree looks like an incision/drainage not debridement - a debridement the note needs to specify measurement-area, whether it was skin,subc,fascia etc.

 

[joanne71178]

That is what I thought. I really appreciate your advice.