If the coder determines that the code checked off by the physician on the encounter form does NOT match the medical record, the coder should:
A) ignore the encounter form and bill based on the medical record.
B) change the encounter form to match the medical record.
C) inform the physician of the issue and determine the correct code.
D) not bill for the questionable services.
C) inform the physician of the issue and determine the correct code.
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