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Old 10-09-2008, 02:01 PM
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Default Cpt 20680 Is This Correct.
Removal Of Internal Fixation (#25-gauge Monofilament Wire) Right Hallux With Debridement Of Ulcerative Eschar.





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Old 10-09-2008, 05:30 PM
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IMHO Yes, it is the correct code.

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Old 10-10-2008, 09:44 AM
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yes to the 20680 and it looks like you may have a debridement of the ulcer code too
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Thank You for the input.

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