2025 CPT code 29550
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Surgery - Musculoskeletal System Feed
Application of supportive strapping to the toes.
Modifiers are applicable to this code to specify laterality (RT, LT), bilateral procedures (50), repeat procedures by the same physician (76) or a different physician (77), increased procedural service (22) among others. Toe-specific modifiers (TA-T9) can also be used to identify the exact toe treated.
Medical necessity for strapping must be supported by documentation of the injury or condition requiring the procedure. The documentation should show that strapping is necessary to provide support, stability, pain relief, and promote healing of the affected toe(s). The documentation should also support that less conservative treatments have been considered and are not suitable.
The clinician cleans and prepares the toes, applies padding as needed, and then skillfully applies the strapping tape in a way that provides support without compromising circulation.They assess the fit and pressure of the tape, ensuring it's snug but not too tight.
In simple words: Strapping or taping of the toes to stabilize and support injured toes.
This code represents the application of strapping to the toes to provide support and stability, often used for sprains, fractures, or dislocations. It involves cleaning the area, applying padding between the toes if necessary, and then using medical tape to secure the affected toe(s) to an adjacent toe or toes, creating a supportive structure.
Example 1: A patient presents with a sprained great toe. The physician decides to strap the great toe to the second toe for support and to facilitate healing., A patient has a minor fracture of the fifth toe. After evaluating the injury and ruling out more serious damage, the physician straps the toe to the fourth toe to immobilize it and promote healing. Padding is placed between the toes for additional comfort and blister prevention., A patient with a dislocated toe has the dislocation reduced, and then the toe is strapped to the adjacent toe to maintain stability during the healing process.
Documentation should include the reason for the strapping (e.g., sprain, fracture, dislocation), the specific toe(s) involved, the type of strapping used, and any padding or other materials used.Any assessment of neurovascular status before and after application should also be documented.
** While this code describes the strapping of toes, it's important to note that there are other strapping codes for different body parts.The choice of code depends on the specific location being strapped.Additionally, appropriate documentation is crucial to support the medical necessity of the procedure and for accurate billing.
- Revenue Code: P6B - Minor Procedures - Musculoskeletal
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Podiatry, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, Hospital Outpatient, Urgent Care Facility, Ambulatory Surgical Center