Kreismann
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Hi,
I am totally confused with all the debridement codes. What code should be used for debridement of dermis/epidermis and what should be used for subcutaneous tissue?
I would use 97597 for dermis/epidermis and 11042 for subcutaneous tissue.
I was told the code 97597 is used only when a non-physician is performing the procedure. I don't see this comment anywhere in the cpt book.
Thank you!
Kristi![Smile :) :)](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)
I am totally confused with all the debridement codes. What code should be used for debridement of dermis/epidermis and what should be used for subcutaneous tissue?
I would use 97597 for dermis/epidermis and 11042 for subcutaneous tissue.
I was told the code 97597 is used only when a non-physician is performing the procedure. I don't see this comment anywhere in the cpt book.
Thank you!
Kristi