Office Note: "This Patient Is Returning to the Office Today

question 29

Short Answer

Office Note: "This patient is returning to the office today to discuss neurological testing results. The test results show a disorder of the 8th cranial nerve. I am referring the patient to the Auditory Neurology Clinic at University Hospital." The code(s) for this case is (are) _________________________.

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Definitions:

Self-Focused

Paying excessive attention to oneself, one’s needs, and one's personal experiences, sometimes at the expense of others.

Social Loneliness

A state of feeling disconnected and isolated from a social community or network, even when surrounded by people.

Older Individuals

Refers to people who are in the later stages of their life, typically considered to be of advanced age or elderly.

Friendship

A close and enduring relationship, marked by mutual affection, trust, support, and the enjoyment of each other's company.