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Use Knowledge of Condition to Get Osteolysis Dx Right the First Time

Published on Wed Feb 03, 2021

Question: Encounter notes indicate that the orthopedist performed a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) on a patient’s right shoulder, confirming osteolysis. I am vaguely familiar with osteolysis and its treatment, but could you explain how to report this encounter? Georgia Subscriber Answer: First, we’ll run down your coding options, followed by a brief primer on the ins and outs of osteolysis. [...]
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