A: This case demonstrates the use of the multiple fracture within one vertebra code however the major compression fx must be identified separately due to the severity;It of course, is always acceptable to code each fracture individually is you so choose; Code: 650434.3 and 650417.2; or 650434.3 and 650426.2 and 650422.2
Q: 50 y.o. male was working on the roof of a house under construction when he fell at least 20′; he is complaining of backpain and the CT of the chest reveals a T12 compression fx of 50% with additional fractures of the T12 pedicle and facet on the left. There is no demonstrated neurologic deficit. How would you code this injury?
Jan 1, 2011 | Chest | 0 comments