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Just looking for some adivce...
I have a pt who is still in a global from having ligament reconstruction with tendon interposition on her hand. The doctor places a K-wire below the skin to hold it. Three weeks later the pt comes in for follow up and it is noted that the K-wire has migrated and is now protruding dorsally from her hand. After a sterile prep, the doctor removes the wire. Would it be appropriate to bill 20670? No incision was made and pt is in a global.
Any thoughts????:confused:
 
this was done in the office during a scheduled follow up appt. I didn't think it was billable, but wanted opinions from others. Thanks!:)
 
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