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Sep 20th, 2013 - tammrac 1
10140 & 12020
is it allowable to bill 10140 & 12020 Dr. did incision and drainage 3.5cm hematoma and then sutured..my memory says no but I would like verification. thank you -
Sep 20th, 2013 - nmaguire 2,606
re: 10140 & 12020
No:
If you incise and drain a hematoma, seroma or fluid collection, use CPT® 10140. The incision can be closed primarily or be left to heal without closure.