ICD-9 code 512.0 for Spontaneous tension pneumothorax is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -OTHER DISEASES OF RESPIRATORY SYSTEM (510-519).
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The hospital would bill on a UB for the clinic charges, and the physician would bill on the 1500 for the provider's professional fee. That part is correct.
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One thing you do need to keep in mind is the "separate procedure" designation on 58700. While these codes do not hit NCCI edits, some carriers may not pay them together.
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If some one could help me, I coded 20611 with 17.11 (Rt knee) and 20611 M25.512 (Lt Shoulder) Provided performed both on the same visit.
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