A Coder Must Always Remember That,once a Term Is Located

question 39

True/False

A coder must always remember that,once a term is located in the Alphabetic Index,the code must be verified in the Tabular List.

Acknowledge the necessity of coding to the highest level of specificity for accurate documentation.

Comprehend the criteria for determining a current condition and the appropriate coding.

Identify the significance of additional codes and combination codes in complex coding scenarios.

Understand the guidelines excluding certain conditions or diagnoses from coding.

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Definitions:

Fusiform Gyrus

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Smiling Face

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A general tendency to assume that other people share our own attitudes, opinions, and preferences.

Candidate's Platform

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