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    Wiki Pulling Smoker Status from Social History?

    I realize we typically do not code from Social History, but I am wondering if it is kosher when the provider lists HTN or another heart/cancer related dx so check the smoking status from the social history and code from that history? My ecoder is continuously asking if the pt is a smoker or has...
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    Wiki ICD-10 DX for smoking cessation

    I am having some trouble with Medicare paying 99406 or 99407 when billed with E/M code using Dx F17.210. The denial is for "not medically necessary" Any suggestions? I appreciate any help Maru
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    • code denial f17.210 medically suggestions
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    • Forum: ICD-10
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