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Examine and Correctly Code This Stage II Emphysema Case Study

Hint: Choose your emphysema code based on the type, not severity. Correctly coding an emphysema diagnosis can be difficult even for seasoned coders. The J43.- (Emphysema) code family of the ICD-10-CM code set includes several codes, notes, and instructions to ensure your claim is correct. Check out this pulmonology case study to test your emphysema coding knowledge. Dive Into the [...]
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