Coding Challenge

Know the Types of Graft

Question: What’s the difference between a spinal allograft and an autograft? Answer: If the surgeon harvests bone from the patient’s own body, you’ll code for an autograft with one of the following codes: +20936 — Autograft for spine surger...

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March 2, 2011
BCBS / Coding Challenge

Surgery Coding: Narrow Your Options for Birmingham Hip Procedure

Include this term in Box 19 to indicate the type of implant. Question: One of our surgeons says we should use a total hip code for Birmingham resurfacing even if he doesn’t complete a total hip procedure; another physician says to use an unlisted code . What’s the correct answer? Washington Subscriber Answer: Both of your physicians could [...] Related articles:

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February 23, 2010