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Uncover the Correct Code for This Vague Ulcer Scenario

Published on Thu Aug 18, 2022

Question: A patient presents with sharp stomach pain. The gastroenterologist performs an endoscopy and diagnoses a duodenal ulcer. The notes are sparse, and there isn’t even mention of whether this condition is acute or chronic. The physician says he’s unable to provide additional information. Which code should I use? North Carolina Subscriber Answer: Ideally, the physician will have been able to determine [...]
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