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Sequence These 2 Codes for Myxofibrosarcoma IMRT

Published on Mon May 05, 2025

Question: A patient came in for intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) to treat myxofibrosarcoma of the left calf. The payer is asking for another diagnosis code. What should I give them? AAPC Forum Participant Answer: In this situation, you will need two diagnosis codes. Your question assumes you gave them a diagnosis code for the myxofibrosarcoma, which is a soft tissue sarcoma [...]
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