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3 Tips Pinpoint Intracranial Aneurysm Location and Complexity

Published on Wed Sep 11, 2019

Report 61700 and 61702 for simple aneurysms. When you report intracranial (within the skull) aneurysms, you must look for specific information in your neurosurgeon’s medical documentation to choose the correct codes. This information includes whether the aneurysm is complex or simple and the exact location of the aneurysm. Read on to always submit clean intracranial aneurysm claims in your office. [...]
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