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ICD-10-CM:

Stay Positive When Coding Encounters With Negative Findings

Published on Fri Oct 21, 2022

Read the entire record to identify which unspecified code to use. Negative findings on a diagnostic test may be a relief to the patient, but can create challenges for proper coding. With a careful review of the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines, you’ll be ready to properly code screenings and diagnostic tests that have negative results. Examine three scenarios to understand how [...]
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