When Does Damage Assessment Begin and End

question 17

Essay

When does damage assessment begin and end?

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Definitions:

HCPCS Level II

Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System Level II, a standardized coding system used for billing a wide range of services and supplies not covered by the traditional CPT codes.

Temporary Codes

Codes assigned for a limited period or for specific situations that do not have permanent classification codes.

Third-Party Payers

Entities (usually insurance companies or government programs) that pay for healthcare services on behalf of beneficiaries.

Procedure Documented

A written record that outlines the specific steps or methods to be followed in order to perform a task or process correctly.