When Assigning Codes for Secondary Diagnoses, the Condition Must Co-Exist

question 20

Short Answer

When assigning codes for secondary diagnoses, the condition must co-exist at the time of the visit or admission and be ____________________ or affect management of the patient.

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Earnings Per Share

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