This Process Is Called

question 36

Multiple Choice

This process is called:

• A)angiogenesis.
• B)metastasis.
• C)apoptosis.
• D)oncogenesis.

Recognize the different components of CPT codes and their formatting.

Distinguish between various reasons for medical coding adjustments such as downcoding.

Comprehend the purpose and application of add-on codes.

Understand the levels of patient history and their impact on coding.

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