BwitchyCoder
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Hi All,
Pt is middle-aged, had cancer as a child and was treated with radiation.
Will need orthopedic procedure soon, (possible ACDF) now but the skin is "tight and not stable enough" so the surgeon is performing a Free latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap on the neck.
My question is - What would you code for the DIAGNOSIS?
The Op Note says
1. Unstable skin, late effect following radiation therapy.
2. Cervical spondylosis, severe.
Any help is much appreciated!
Thanks!
Pt is middle-aged, had cancer as a child and was treated with radiation.
Will need orthopedic procedure soon, (possible ACDF) now but the skin is "tight and not stable enough" so the surgeon is performing a Free latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap on the neck.
My question is - What would you code for the DIAGNOSIS?
The Op Note says
1. Unstable skin, late effect following radiation therapy.
2. Cervical spondylosis, severe.
Any help is much appreciated!
Thanks!