Wiki - Excise Mucous Cyst & debride osteophytes left ring finger …
Aug 10, 2018 — AAPC members share their opinions and references on how to code excise mucous cyst and debride osteophytes in the DIP joint. The codes 26210, 26160, 26235 and 26236 are discussed with modifiers and bundling issues.
ICD-10 Code for Dislocation of proximal interphalangeal joint of …
Find the official code and description for dislocation of proximal interphalangeal joint of finger, a type of finger injury. See also related codes, guidelines, forum discussions and articles.
Wiki IP Finger Joint Debridement - AAPC
Oct 21, 2009 — I need some clarification on Interphalangeal joint debridement for arthritis of the finger. The Op note states an "arthrotomy was performed on each side of the interphalangeal joint and bone spurs were debrided....." I am unsure as to use CPT 26110 or possibly 26210 (since bone spurs were debrided).
CPT ® 26861, Under Arthrodesis Procedures on the Hand and …
CPT Code 26861 is a medical procedural code for surgically immobilizing an additional interphalangeal joint of the finger following arthrodesis of one joint at the same session. Learn the code details, modifiers, forum discussions, and coding alerts on Codify by AAPC.
ICD-10 Code for Sprain of interphalangeal joint of right index …
This code is for sprain of interphalangeal joint of right index finger, a type of injury to the wrist, hand and fingers. It includes avulsion, laceration, hemarthrosis, subluxation and tear of joint or ligament, but excludes strain of muscle, fascia and tendon.
CPT ® 26735, Under Fracture and/or Dislocation Procedures on
CPT Code 26735 is a medical procedural code for open treatment of a phalangeal shaft fracture in a proximal or middle phalanx of a finger or thumb. Learn the details, tips, and forum discussions of this code on Codify by AAPC.
CPT ® 26770, Under Fracture and/or Dislocation Procedures on
Learn the definition, details and modifiers of CPT Code 26770, which is used for closed treatment of a single interphalangeal joint dislocation without anesthesia. Join the forum to ask questions and share tips about this code and other related codes.
Wiki Excision of Osteophyte from DIP 26080 vs 26236 vs 26210
Oct 31, 2017 — A forum discussion on how to code the procedure of excision of osteophyte from distal interphalangeal joint (DIP) using codes 26080, 26236, or 26210. A physician explains the difference between arthrotomy and osteophyte removal and suggests using modifier 51 for multiple procedures.
Finger amputation CPT code | Medical Billing and Coding Forum
Sep 6, 2018 — A forum thread where users share their opinions on the correct CPT code for a finger amputation procedure with neurectomy and direct closure. The code 26952 is suggested based on the CPT lay descriptions and the documentation of the case.
CPT ® 26080, Under Incision Procedures on the Hand and Fingers
CPT Code 26080 is a medical procedural code for opening and draining the interphalangeal joint of a finger. Learn the details, tips, and forum discussions of this code on Codify by AAPC, a coding resource website.