Assist physicians and patients in gaining a precise comprehension of the situation. At orthopedic practices, coders frequently encounter a common question from patients: “Why does my invoice for an office visit include a surgical code?” This query is entirely reasonable, given that a patient was examined in the clinic, treated for a fracture, and later […]
Debridement is a process that involves the removal of foreign material, as well as tissue that is either devitalized or contaminated, until healthy tissue is revealed. Its primary purpose is to clean the affected area and is often performed concurrently with other orthopedic surgical interventions. In my role as an auditor specializing in orthopedics, I […]