post - operative dx - Loose screws
the dorsal and proximal incisions were opened down to the tissue, tendons were retracted, two screws were removed, the same holes were re-drilled and directed, 2 screws were replaced. Irrigation was done, the skin was closed.
that is all the operative report states.
Patient had osteotomy 4 weeks ago, hardware started to loosen but is not ready to be fully removed.
I know the code for removal, my question is, would it be correct to give him removal when he only removed to replace and will in about 3-6 weeks be brought back to the OR for actual permanent removal of the hardware?