We're having some confusion on charging a digital block (64450) when we are doing a simple laceration repair (code 12002). Shouldn't the digital block be included as part of the repair code? Also, where can I find this so I can review the criteria. Thanking you in advance.
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Wiki Digital block charge on Laceration Repair
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CodingKing
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From my limited medical knowedge, i don't see the medical necessity for a digital block for a simple laceration repair.
Heres one carriers policy on these
http://mcgs.bcbsfl.com/?doc=Nerve Block Injections
Heres one carriers policy on these
http://mcgs.bcbsfl.com/?doc=Nerve Block Injections
Digital block for laceration repair
CORRECTION::
hmmm.. so, let's use a different scenario then. Regardless of whether it is a simple laceration or complex repair, if a digital block is performed, is it INCLUDED in the charge for the laceration repair or is it supposed to be billed SEPARATELY of the laceration repair? and....... is there a written guideline that quotes what is inclusive in the repair? Thanks again.
CORRECTION::
hmmm.. so, let's use a different scenario then. Regardless of whether it is a simple laceration or complex repair, if a digital block is performed, is it INCLUDED in the charge for the laceration repair or is it supposed to be billed SEPARATELY of the laceration repair? and....... is there a written guideline that quotes what is inclusive in the repair? Thanks again.
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syllingk
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any pain control provided by the surgeon is included in the procedure.