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Factor in These Fracture Codes

Published on Mon Jun 17, 2024

Question: I’m new to podiatry coding. Could you please explain the difference between stress, pathological, and traumatic fractures? Also, are there any ICD-10 codes I should look at for fractures? AAPC Forum Participant Answer: It’s crucial to thoroughly review your podiatrist’s medical documentation when a patient has a fracture because you’ll need to report distinct ICD-10 codes for each type of fracture. [...]
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