No
25248
29705 IF the initial cast was applied by another physician and the removal by another.
29075
The CPT code for the subsequent removal of a short arm cast by the physician who applied it is 29075. This code is specifically used when a physician removes a cast that they have previously applied. It's important to ensure proper documentation of the procedure for billing and coding accuracy.
The medical code for the removal of a body cast applied by another physician is typically classified under the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code 29405. This code specifically represents the removal of a cast or splint. However, it is important to refer to the most current coding guidelines or a coding manual to ensure accuracy, as codes can update or vary by specific circumstances.
The CPT code for the removal of a short arm cast performed by the same physician is 29700. This code specifically covers the removal of a cast, and it is important to ensure that the procedure is documented appropriately for accurate billing. If there are any associated services, such as follow-up care or additional procedures, those would require separate coding.
29700
Yes and no, a medical assistant can assist the physician in the removal of a cast, but cannot remove the cast by him/her self.
I had a fiberglass cast at my out-of-network Ortho's office on 3/15/12. The final bill was $514. Including X-Ray $180. I had to pay $700.
The correct answer is in the ICD-9 CM 2012 VOL 3 97.8 Other nonoperative removal of therapeutic device 97.88 Removal of external immobilization device: Removal of: brace cast splint **The answer is 97.88**
97.88 - removal of external immoblization device
29075