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Wiki post op diagnosis codes
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dlashua
Networker
I code the "V" code followed by the reason for the procedure but I suppose it doesn't really matter since it is a post op visit and not billed.
mitchellde
True Blue
You would never code the reason for the surgery if the condition no longer exists. Like an appendectomy, you will use only the V for either aftercare or follow up whichever fits, you will not code the appendicitis first list or secondary. Neoplasm is a little different in that if the surgery removed the tumor but they are still being treated with chemo and/or radiation you will code the neoplasm since removal of the tumor did not remove all of the cancerous cells.
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mitchellde
True Blue
I always thought the v code went first too, but I have had others tell me since its a post op visit that it didn't matter. Thanks for the help!
Just do not code the reason for the surgery if the surgery removed or corrected the problem.