Wiki Toenail Removal

mcdream

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Hello- Can someone please tell me if 11750 (excision of nail and nail matrix) not 11730 (avulsion of nail plate) is the correct code for this procedure?
Toenail Removal
A nail elevator was slid under the cuticle to separate the nail plate from the nail fold. The medial nail plate was cut and pulled free. The nail-forming matrix beneath the area where the nail plate has been removed was ablated.
I appreciate your help!
 
Since the procedure involved ablation of the nail forming matrix, I believe 11750 is more appropriate.

Thank you,

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Ryan Stroup, CPC
 
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