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    Wiki pip joint debridement- please help

    I am not sure whether or not to bill this procedure here or not..... I have captured the ganglion excision but could you please advise me as to what code would be most appropriate for debridement in this case? I was directed to use 26110 but I am not sure that is correct because there was no...
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    Wiki 26320 vs 20680

    I bill for an for a hand surgeon who performs a lot of internal fixation device (k-wires, pins, etc) from the finger what is the appropriate code to use, the 26320 or the 20680? Can multiple units be billed for anatomical site if separate incisions are made? Thank you
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    Wiki hand/finger tendon conrtractures

    I am trying to code a hand/finger surgery in which the surgeon did a release of tendons. Its on the right hand and each finger had 2 tendons, except the thumb which only had one. I have coded by just using 9 units and received a denial and I have also listed each tendon with a finger modifier...
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    Wiki flexion hand contractures and felxor tendons

    I am trying to code a hand/finger surgery in which the surgeon did a release of tendons. Its on the right hand and each finger had 2 tendons, except the thumb which only had one. I have coded by just using 9 units and received a denial and I have also listed each tendon with a finger modifier...
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    Wiki Excision Gouty Tophi Fingers

    Need some help with the CPT code for this procedure Excision of gouty tophi, thumb, index finger and long finger Incision extended from distal to DIP joints, involving dorsal and volar aspects. Thanks to all, Carol
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