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3 Tips Help You Code ODs in the ED

Hint: Evaluate whether an overdose is accidental or intentional before finding the right diagnosis code. The latest statistics indicate that overdoses (ODs) are increasing across the U.S., and the emergency department is often the first stop for patients who are experiencing an OD. Although coding these encounters can sometimes be straightforward, that isn’t always the case. Consider following three key [...]
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