danachock
True Blue
Hi, I am curious on how others code "red blood cells" on a urinalysis for review for cytology.
Let me just randomly throw out an example off the top of my head for my question.
Gross: Received 40 mls of tinged yellow urine in a sterile container labeled xxxxpatient; xxxxdate; for assessment.
Microscopic:
Red blood cells
Bacteria (probably or possibly a vaginal contaminant)
There is a disclaimer that "microscopic was performed at the bottom of the pathology report by the pathologist" ~ but how would you code this scenario?
I'm curious on my colleagues observations and coding habits and hoping for some assistance on why a diagnosis was selected please and the rationale.
I appreciate anyone that participates in my request in advance. I completely appreciate anyone's advice please.
Thank you for listening,
Dana
Let me just randomly throw out an example off the top of my head for my question.
Gross: Received 40 mls of tinged yellow urine in a sterile container labeled xxxxpatient; xxxxdate; for assessment.
Microscopic:
Red blood cells
Bacteria (probably or possibly a vaginal contaminant)
There is a disclaimer that "microscopic was performed at the bottom of the pathology report by the pathologist" ~ but how would you code this scenario?
I'm curious on my colleagues observations and coding habits and hoping for some assistance on why a diagnosis was selected please and the rationale.
I appreciate anyone that participates in my request in advance. I completely appreciate anyone's advice please.
Thank you for listening,
Dana