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RAC Repayment Demand – Query
I just received a demand for payment from the RAC program for $32.46. I treated a patient with a non-displaced fibula fracture with a BK CAM boot and crutches. I coded 99212-25 and 27786,73610 on 1-29-09. The audit claims the evaluation and management is part of the fracture care.
Should I appeal for $32.46?
Back then (3 years ago), my records were hand-written and not as comprehensive as they are now with EHR. Am I exposing myself to further inquiry by sending my admitedly inadequate records?
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