Ophthalmology and Optometry Coding Alert

Strabismus:

With Almost $190 at Stake, Don't Miss This Bilateral Strabismus Coding Advice

Check the Medicare fee schedule for important bilateral coding guidelines for 673xx. Coders — especially those for pediatric ophthalmologists — know how difficult sorting out the various eye muscles involved in strabismus surgery can be. With 12 ocular muscles to keep track of, one simple coding mistake could cost your practice hundreds, unless you know the ropes. Let Modifier 50 [...]
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