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  1. KStaten

    Wiki "Possible," "Probable," and "Likely" Diagnoses in Outpatient Setting

    Hello Everyone! It has been to my understanding that when physicians use terms like "possible," "probable," "likely," etc when referencing a diagnosis in the outpatient setting, then we cannot code for that dx and must code simply as any other applicable, associated symptom of an undetermined...
  2. F

    Wiki Fracture care without fracture diagnosis

    Frequently, our providers will charge fracture care when there is "no definitive fracture seen" or "possible fracture". They may send the patient for an MRI to verify the fracture. Am I correct in assuming that fracture care should NOT be charged unless they are SURE it's a fracture?? Also, if...
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