May 2009 page 8
Surgery: Musculoskeletal System, 29505, 29105 (Q&A)
Question: How do you code the application of knee and
shoulder immobilizers? Is it accurate to say that a knee
immobilizer is a splint and a shoulder immobilizer is considered
strapping?
Answer: The application or the fitting of the immobilizer is
not reported when the actual immobilizer is described and
reported with a HCPCS II code. The HCPCS II codes
typically include the process of fitting or application. If
CPT code 99070 is reported to describe the
immobilizer, then the appropriate splint code in the
29000 series would...
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This article addresses a musculoskeletal surgery coding question focused on immobilizer reporting and the relationship between CPT and HCPCS Level II references. It is intended for coders and billing staff who need a quick reference for how the topic is discussed in CPT Assistant. The content centers on broad reporting guidance, terminology distinctions, and the code sets involved.
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It helps readers quickly determine whether the article is relevant to musculoskeletal procedure reporting and immobilizer-related coding questions. The article is useful for professionals looking for official coding commentary tied to a specific CPT Assistant Q&A.
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Introduces the issue discussed in this CPT Assistant Q&A and identifies the musculoskeletal coding topic addressed on this page.
What You Will Learn
The general coding topic discussed in the Q&A
How the article frames the relationship between procedure reporting and device reporting
Which code sets are referenced in the discussion
The broader musculoskeletal coding context covered by the article
Who Should Read This
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Compliance teams
Revenue cycle professionals
Orthopedic practice staff
Codes Discussed
CPT: 99070
CPT: 29505
CPT: 29105
Code Ranges Discussed
CPT: 29000 series
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