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Coding Quiz:

Keep Your Strabismus Coding Straight

Published on Wed Apr 13, 2016

Tip: It helps to know the anatomy of the extraocular muscles. How well do you know your strabismus codes? Take a look at these questions, and check your answers against our expert advice. Question 1: The ophthalmologist resects the lateral rectus muscle in both the patient’s eyes. Which CPT® code(s) should you report? A: 67311
B: 67311-50
C: [...]
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