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Old 07-12-2012, 09:29 AM
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Default ORIF of ulna only??

Hi there,

Has anyone ever coded just an ORIF of the ulna (distal third), not proximal or shaft? There is no radius fracture, and no treamtent rendered to the radius... Any feedback would be appreciated!! :-)

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Old 07-12-2012, 10:50 AM
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maybe 25652 ?
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Old 07-12-2012, 11:54 AM
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Thank you, I may go with that. I was nervous, as it did not mention anything about plates and screws, any fixation, etc... but that may be the best scenario.

Thank you for the help!

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Old 07-13-2012, 05:36 AM
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That's true, it doesn't include the fixation.
You should probably go with the code . . . .
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