AAPC Exam CPC Topic 6 Question 48 Discussion

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Question #: 48
Topic #: 6

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A patient had surgery a year ago to repair two flexor tendons in his forearm. He is in surgery for a secondary repair for the same two tendons.

Which CPT coding is reported?

A25263

B25272 x 2

C25272

D25263 x 2

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Suggested Answer: C

The scenario involves a secondary repair of two flexor tendons in the forearm. CPT code 25272 describes the repair of a secondary flexor tendon injury, including a graft, in the forearm and/or wrist, which fits the description provided. This code should be reported once, as the procedure encompasses the repair of multiple tendons.

AMA's CPT Professional Edition (current year), Code 25272

by Edna at Jun 15, 2025, 04:41 AM

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Sang

4 days ago

I think the answer is B) 25272 x 2. This makes sense since the patient had two flexor tendons repaired during the secondary procedure.

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Judy

7 days ago

I think the answer is B) 25272 x 2.

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