Cpt 5th Radial Gutter Splint

Radial gutter splint thumb spica splint indications l fractures and soft tissue injuries of 5th digit l fractures of the neck shaft and base of 4th and 5th metacarpals construction l start at mid forearm l extend down ulnar forearm l end at mid distal phalanx l include the 4th and 5th digits application l hand in position of function l.

Cpt 5th radial gutter splint.

Much of the confusion is related to what type of materials are classified as casts splints or strapping. In lieu of billing the splint application code you would bill cpt code 24650 closed treatment of radial head or neck fracture. Correct coding for casts splints and strapping. Wrist in functional position flex 90 degrees at 4th 5th mcp.

With manipulation if manipulation was required before applying the splint. Correctly coding casts splints and strapping can be confusing. Ulnar gutter splints are used for fractures and severe sprains to the fourth and fifth metacarpals and phalanges ring and pinky fingers. This splint however unnecessarily immobilizes the 4th and 5th fingers.

Without manipulation if no manipulation was required or cpt code 24655 closed treatment of radial head or neck fracture. This splint gets its name because. Trick of the trade. Nelson ccs ccs p and christina benjamin ma rhia ccs ccs p.

4th and 5th metacarpal fractures tips. It makes gripping things with your hand difficult.