Wiki Abscess dx 682.9

[MsMaddy]

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We have pt's that have abscess and they have to come back every day for drainage and changing dressings. But the insurance is not paying for the subsequent visit, and these are BC, BS, CIGNA CARRIER. Should we use wound check V58.32 as primary dx and 682.9abscess as secondary, after the initial visit. This is how we bill it:

99213
682.9


Thank you all in advance.

MsMaddy

 

[sgormsen]

There is a 10 global post op period on the procedure code, so the re-packing etc. are included in this 10 period. Once the 10 days is up you can bill an E & M. Hope this helps
Susan

 

[MsMaddy]

So you do no charge until 10 day global period is passed?

Thanks again
MsMaddy