Bill was involved in a MVA. He was taken to the ED where the following was performed: A 3 cm simple repair of the left ear, an intermediate repair of the left thigh which was 7.8 cm, and an intermediate repair of the left calf muscle which was 2.0 cm.
Select the appropriate CPT code(s) for the repairs only.

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The correct CPT codes are 12034 for the intermediate repair of the left thigh (7.8 cm) and 12013-51 for the simple repair of the left ear (3 cm). The intermediate repair of the left calf muscle (2.0 cm) is included in the 12034 code as it is in the same anatomic group and repair type.

Bill Was Involved in a MVA