CPC · Question #6
According to the Application of Cast and Strapping CPT® guidelines, what is reported when an orthopedic provider performs initial fracture care treatment for a closed scaphoid fracture of the wrist…
The correct answer is A. 25622. For initial fracture care of a closed scaphoid fracture, code 25622 is used, which includes treatment and initial casting. The application of the cast is part of the fracture care and is not reported separately. CPT® guidelines specify that casting or strapping performed as…
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According to the Application of Cast and Strapping CPT® guidelines, what is reported when an orthopedic provider performs initial fracture care treatment for a closed scaphoid fracture of the wrist, applies a short arm cast, and the patient will be returning for subsequent fracture care?
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- A25622
- B29075
- C25622, 29075
- D29075-22
How the community answered
(31 responses)- A74% (23)
- B16% (5)
- C3% (1)
- D6% (2)
Explanation
For initial fracture care of a closed scaphoid fracture, code 25622 is used, which includes treatment and initial casting. The application of the cast is part of the fracture care and is not reported separately. CPT® guidelines specify that casting or strapping performed as part of the fracture care is included in the fracture care code.
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