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Report These Dx Codes to Avoid Foot Contusion Confusion

Published on Wed Aug 19, 2020

Question: Our podiatrist just saw a patient who had a contusion on his left foot. However, the note did not indicate whether or not the bruise was caused by a trauma. How should I code this? Maine Subscriber Answer: While it is unusual for someone to bruise without an identifiable cause, it is certainly possible. Some medical conditions and medications [...]
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