Podiatry Coding & Billing Alert

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Question: The podiatrist performed a level-four evaluation and management (E/M) service for the patient before performing closed treatment of the phalanges without manipulation on the patient's left great toe and closed treatment with manipulation of the phalanx on the patient's left pinky toe. How should I report this? Nevada Subscriber Answer: On this claim, you would report the following codes: [...]
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