A Physician Applies a Cranial Halo on a Patient with a C-1

question 4

Multiple Choice

A physician applies a cranial halo on a patient with a C-1 fracture. After the fracture is healed, the same physician removes the halo. What is the code for the removal of the halo?

• A)20660
• B)20661
• C)20664
• D)99024

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Definitions:

Caveat Emptor

A Latin phrase meaning "let the buyer beware," placing the responsibility on the buyer to perform due diligence before making a purchase.

Equitable Remedy

A court-ordered action typically taken to prevent or resolve harm rather than monetary compensation, aiming to ensure fairness.

Statutory Assignment

The transfer of rights or benefits from one party to another as regulated and permitted by law.

Assignee

The party to whom rights or duties under a contract are transferred by another party (the assignor).