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Podiatry Coding Clinic: G0245 and G0246

Here’s when you may need to get an ABN Medicare policies covering routine foot care for diabetic patients suffering from peripheral neuropathy with loss of protective sensation (LOPS) have been in force since 2002. Yet many still find the related G codes confusing. Today, let’s nail down the what documentation should be in the podiatrist’s note [...] Related articles:

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December 10, 2009
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How Do I Code an Epidural Blood Patch on Same Day as L&D

Don’t forget to double-check these 2 things to find the correct code. Question: How do I code an epidural blood patch procedure on the same day as labor and delivery? Should I include a modifier? Answer: Administering a blood patch on the same day as labor and delivery is unusual because most physicians try to manage spinal [...] Related articles:

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December 2, 2009