cwilson3333
Expert
Wanted to see what other ortho coders are billing for this procedure:
TIBIAL TUBERCLE OSTEOTOMY
Brief op note summary: Longitudinal incision made over patella tenton and proximal tibia. Medial and lateral retinaculum opened along patella tendon. Bennett retractor placed to protect sof tissues. Osteotomy performed with use of saw. Completed under patella tendon with osteotome. Tibial tubercle elevated and displaced laterally. Screws placed. Lateral retinaculum released. Bone wax placed in cancellous area of bone.......
I'm looking at 27455 and 27705
Arthroscopic procedure done first, and then equipment removed [29870]
CW
TIBIAL TUBERCLE OSTEOTOMY
Brief op note summary: Longitudinal incision made over patella tenton and proximal tibia. Medial and lateral retinaculum opened along patella tendon. Bennett retractor placed to protect sof tissues. Osteotomy performed with use of saw. Completed under patella tendon with osteotome. Tibial tubercle elevated and displaced laterally. Screws placed. Lateral retinaculum released. Bone wax placed in cancellous area of bone.......
I'm looking at 27455 and 27705
Arthroscopic procedure done first, and then equipment removed [29870]
CW