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ED Coding:

Find Answers to Two ED Conundrums

Published on Mon Jan 23, 2023

Don’t hesitate to give the physician credit for medical decision making. Emergency Department (ED) encounters can be tricky to code because of the sheer variability of each patient’s situation, including diagnostic tests and history of present illness (HPI) elements. See whether you know how to navigate these common ED scenarios. FAQ 1: Utilize MDM for Tests Not Performed Question: Suppose [...]
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