Mar 1, 2022 · Some of our ER physicians just refer to the fingers as 2nd, 3rd finger or digits 2 and 3 etc. instead of middle, ring etc. Am I correct that the 1st finger is the index finger and then so on?

Mar 23, 2017 · What finger is the third digit on the right hand? I want to say it's the middle finger but I am not sure. Also, does anyone know where I can find a nice diagram showing the hands and what #'s …

Apr 1, 2002 · Proper coding for procedures performed on multiple fingers and toes is a challenge because there are as many different modifiers designating which digit is affected as there are fingers …

Aug 4, 2021 · The modifier categories include coronary artery, eyelid, finger, and toe, says Falbo. There are specific modifier groups for each of the aforementioned locations; obviously, you’ll need to focus …

Dec 1, 2002 · Hand surgeons who perform surgical procedures on multiple digits should append the finger modifiers (-FA, -F1 through -F9) to the procedure code rather than reporting multiple units, in …

Nov 6, 2023 · That’s why the finger/toe (F/T) modifiers are so important. These modifiers, for use on each individual finger and toe, can help the payer understand multiple-procedure scenarios more …

Sep 3, 2018 · If you sleep on these modifiers, it could end up costing you. In general, orthopedic practices perform procedures on patients’ fingers and toes more than other specialties. Therefore, …

May 12, 2025 · Finger fractures are a common orthopedic injury, often resulting from putting out a hand to break a fall, crushing a finger between two objects, working with hand tools or power tools, or …

Apr 5, 2024 · M65.352 (Trigger finger, left little finger) If all else fails: In the event you cannot name the digit with trigger finger, report M65.30 (Trigger finger, unspecified finger) instead.

Jul 8, 2020 · Coding: For this claim, Falbo recommends reporting 26735 (Open treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, includes internal fixation, when …