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Emergency Department Coding:

Check for Guidance Before Reporting Elbow Injection

Published on Wed Apr 16, 2025

Question: A 42-year-old patient presented to the emergency department (ED) with left elbow pain and swelling that began approximately four days prior. The patient described the pain as sharp and constant, significantly worsened by movement; there was no history of recent trauma, injuries, or overuse. The pain and swelling hampered their ability to perform daily activities. Upon examination, the left elbow [...]
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