Wiki use of 21810

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rkindlund

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Our general surgeons are on trauma call at the hospital and often see patients in the ER with broken ribs. They typically report the 21810 codes when there is flail chest involved. I am questioning what the standard is to report the 21810. If all they are doing is reviewing X rays and recommending treatment, is this enough to report that 21810? Should I append the 54 modifier or is that only for a non-surgeon in this case?
 
I would think not. unless I am misunderstanding your question. I would think that they have to actually perform the treatment not just review the x-rays.
 
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