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tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2006 Issue 8
Reader Questions: Be Consistent to File Strong Strapping Claims
Question: What is the difference between splinting and strapping, and how can we determine when to report each one?Montana Subscriber
Answer: While the rules are pretty clear (and obvious) when the physician applies a cast to a patient, knowing when to report splinting or strapping is murky territory at best. Codes for both services are in the 29000-29799 code set (Application of casts and strapping), but you-ll have to know what constitutes splinting and strapping before you can code either procedure correctly. Clinical conventions say strapping involves layers of tape, web roll, and possibly an Ace bandage...
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