urbach34@yahoo.com
Networker
I have recently taken over coding for Podiatry...which I have never done before! Our follow-up ladies have been bringing me denials for code 11721 (Debridement of nails) when it is being done at the same time as other procedures. The example I have in front of me is as follows:
97597-Lt-59
11721
Icd 9 dx codes:
707.8
110.1
250.80
459.31
459.81
97597 was linked to all dx other than 110.1...and 11721 was linked to all but 707.8.
I know there are rules regarding primary and secondary dx, but thought that I had that covered. Any info would be greatly appreciated!! I've been searching for a good Podiatry coding link, but haven't found a "go to" source yet...any suggestions?!?
97597-Lt-59
11721
Icd 9 dx codes:
707.8
110.1
250.80
459.31
459.81
97597 was linked to all dx other than 110.1...and 11721 was linked to all but 707.8.
I know there are rules regarding primary and secondary dx, but thought that I had that covered. Any info would be greatly appreciated!! I've been searching for a good Podiatry coding link, but haven't found a "go to" source yet...any suggestions?!?