ICD 10 Coding Alert

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Consider Situations for Multiple Dx Codes

Question: Encounter notes indicate that the neurosurgeon provided 62 minutes of critical care for a patient suffering from “focal TBI, LOC 23 min, w/blast injury of brain.” This was the initial encounter for this patient for this injury. How should I choose a diagnosis code for this note? It’s a little nebulous to me. North Carolina Subscriber Answer: You should actually choose [...]
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