Using codes from the wound exploration category requires the coder to assess the extent of the procedure.

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Codes in the wound exploration category (such as 20100-20103) require the coder to determine the depth and extent of the exploration, as the code selection is based on whether the exploration was superficial, deep or extensive. Therefore, the coder must assess the extent of the procedure in order to accurately select the appropriate code.

Using Codes from the Wound Exploration Category Requires the Coder