A Code for Prematurity Should Not Be Assigned by the Coder

question 19

True/False

A code for prematurity should not be assigned by the coder unless there is documentation of the prematurity by the provider.

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Definitions:

Annual Interest Rate

The percentage increase in money that occurs over a year, which includes interest on loans, deposits, or investments.

Investments

Assets or items acquired with the goal of generating income or appreciating in value over time.

Interest on Interest

The concept of earning interest on the reinvestment of previous interest payments, a compound interest phenomena.

Average Annual Interest Rate

The average amount of interest earned or paid on an investment or loan over a one-year period, expressed as a percentage.