WK4 DISCUSSION1 HP-213

Determining Fracture Codes

You have learned this week that there are several types of fractures that patients may receive. It is important as medical coders that we understand the type of fracture and treatment approach as outlined in the provider’s medical documentation for proper coding selection.

Determine what type of fracture and approach may be found in a patient’s medical record.

Include the following aspects in the discussion:

• Describe two examples of fractures

• Explain what type of fracture treatment may be used in the examples selected

• Provide CPT code examples for your two fracture treatments identified

• Discuss why it is necessary for medical coders to locate the type of fracture, anatomic site, and treatment used by the provider for accurate CPT code selection

• Discuss ramifications of what may occur if coders do not confirm this information

250 WORDS