Asked by
Wendell DaGreat
on Nov 27, 2024Verified
What is the correct code for a patient being seen for delayed healing of a Le Fort III fracture?
A) S02.413A
B) S02.413B
C) S02.413D
D) S02.413G
Le Fort III Fracture
A type of facial fracture involving the separation of all facial bones from the cranial base.
Delayed Healing
A situation where the body's process of recovering from an injury is slower than expected, leading to prolonged recovery times.
- Initiate proper coding guidelines for musculoskeletal system conditions and injuries.
- Highlight the variances between beginning, subsequent, and sequel visits in the area of medical coding.
Verified Answer
BC
Learning Objectives
- Initiate proper coding guidelines for musculoskeletal system conditions and injuries.
- Highlight the variances between beginning, subsequent, and sequel visits in the area of medical coding.