|Articles|April 1, 2007

Repair Codes

When using the code 15822 (blepharoplasty upper lid), can we also bill a repair code?

Question: When using the code 15822 (blepharoplasty upper lid), can we also bill a repair code?

Answer: No. Simple repairs (closing the wound you made) are always considered part of surgery codes.

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