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2010年3月17日 · 17250=The physician uses chemical cauterization to destroy granulation tissue such as excess scar tissue, also referred to as proud flesh, or a sinus or fistula. Liquid silver …
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2020年10月21日 · Without knowing what that other thread was where I mention "silver nitrate is dabbed", I will make an educated guess. In gyn, silver nitrate is often applied to stop some …
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2008年10月27日 · My surgeons use Silver nitrate and I'm trying to determine which HCPC code to use. We are currently using 99070, but are wondering if the J3490 for unclassified drugs would …
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2014年9月23日 · Question: Is there a CPT® code we can use for cauterization with silver nitrate of a pinpoint perforation of the eardrum? The physician performed the procedure in the office …
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2017年7月26日 · Silver nitrate sticks are applied to the granulation tissue. Hemostasis controlled.” If you are using silver nitrate sticks to destroy granulation tissue in the vaginal canal, you …
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2012年7月23日 · Would anyone know if silver nitrate is considered a chemical cauterization (CPT code 17250)? I have a patient who has a non-healing wound and the patient is no longer in …
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The provider cauterizes granulation tissue using chemicals like silver nitrate or potassium hydroxide to heal the injured tissue. For clinical responsibility, terminology, tips and additional …
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2023年8月10日 · The otolaryngologist places cotton strips soaked in Pontocaine and epinephrine in the patient’s right nostril for 15 minutes. After the physician removes the strips, bleeding still …
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2013年8月19日 · Chemical cautery with a silver nitrate stick; Brief electro-cautery; or; Packed the nose with pledgets or a limited amount of gauze. Key terms: When deciding on a nosebleed …
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2014年5月15日 · We use 17250 for cauterizing the granulation tissue around a SP tube, but I am curious about billing for the supply of silver nitrate sticks, or if those are considered included in …