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When coding FESS procedures, don't I need to code NASAL AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION when a turbinectomy is done as separate procedure from ethmoidectomy. Some say that is a "symptom" of sinusitis and doesn't need to be coded. My thought is that it indicates medical necessity. Any thoughts are appreciated.

Shari CPC-A

 

[mitchellde]

You code it only if it is documented by the provider.

 

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Oh yes, it definitely is documented. Thx

 

[Candice_Fenildo]

I agree that you would only code what the provider documents. I would think the patient would have turbinate hypertrophy to support the medical necessity of of a turbinectomy. But I am not a physician