Oncology & Hematology Coding Alert

Learn the 4 Main Forms of Anemia

According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), there are four main types of anemia: Iron-deficiency anemia is the most common form of anemia, according to the American Society of Hematology (ASH) (https://www.hematology.org/education/patients/anemia). It occurs when someone does not produce enough iron — and, therefore, not enough red blood cells (RBCs) — due to a poor diet [...]
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