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Q/A Scenarios Focus Coding for Colorectal Cancer Screening

Lab test method, purpose, drive code choice. With a growing number of lab tests that physicians might order to assess a patient for colorectal cancer (CRC), we’ve had lots of questions from readers on this subject. Study the following questions and answers to master your understanding of this complicated topic. Understand Screening Criteria Question 1: What distinguishes a screening CRC [...]
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