Wiki Slant back procedures

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Does anyone have reference material for the coding of slant back procedures? One of our podiatrists has indicated that a slant back is just a matter of angling a nipper so as to cut the offending portion of nail or spicule out from the border. She stated that she typically tries to code "debridement of nail 1-5" for those issues. I'm looking for some type of official information to share with our coding staff. The documentation does not usually include much detail. Thanks.
 
Does anyone have reference material for the coding of slant back procedures? One of our podiatrists has indicated that a slant back is just a matter of angling a nipper so as to cut the offending portion of nail or spicule out from the border. She stated that she typically tries to code "debridement of nail 1-5" for those issues. I'm looking for some type of official information to share with our coding staff. The documentation does not usually include much detail. Thanks.
 
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