Ob-Gyn Coding Alert

Hysterectomy, Part 3:

2 Hysterectomy Op Notes Demonstrate What Documentation Makes the Grade — And What Doesn't

Missing language means you won't know what to code. In the previous two hysterectomy articles, you learned how to factor in the approach, uterine size/weight, the extent of the uterus removed, and any additional procedures your ob-gyn might perform with the hysterectomy. This time, you'll need to examine the hysterectomy documentation to make sure you've coded to the highest specificity. [...]
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