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Code This Colles’ Fracture Encounter

Published on Thu Dec 11, 2025

Question: A new patient was referred to an orthopedic practice with pain and swelling in their right wrist after a fall. The orthopedist ordered posteroanterior (PA) and lateral X-ray views. The findings revealed a Colles’ fracture. After reviewing the images, the orthopedist performed a closed reduction and immobilized the wrist with a short-arm cast. What codes should I report for [...]
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