Codes That Describe Symptoms and Signs, as Opposed to Diagnoses

question 32

True/False

Codes that describe symptoms and signs, as opposed to diagnoses, are acceptable for reporting purposes when a related definitive diagnosis has not been established by the provider.

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Definitions:

Irving Yalom

An American existential psychiatrist known for his work in group psychotherapy and existential psychotherapy.

Existential Counseling

A therapeutic approach that focuses on helping individuals confront existential dilemmas and create meaningful lives through self-determination and personal responsibility.

Inclusion

The practice or policy of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized.

Existential Counselors

Professionals who focus on existential therapy, emphasizing human conditions like freedom, responsibility, and the search for meaning.