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How would you code for the following: an 8-year-old presents with lacerated lip–IM injection of Ketamine for sedation–debridement of the wound with 2 sutures placed

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How would you code for the following: an 8-year-old presents with lacerated lip–IM injection of Ketamine for sedation–debridement of the wound with 2 sutures placed

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Without specifics(how big is the laceration, was a limited exam performed) the following codes are the most appropriate for the scenario listed above.
Dental: D9241, D7530, & D7910

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