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Sidestep Contusion Confusion With These Codes
Published on Wed Jan 17, 2024
Question: Our foot specialist recently examined a patient presenting with a bruise on their left foot. However, the medical record did not specify if this bruising was the result of a traumatic event. How should I code this? AAPC Forum Participant Answer: Although it might be uncommon for a person to exhibit bruising without a discernible cause, it’s within the realm of [...]