If the place of occurrence is NOT documented, the coder should:
A) contact the paramedics and ask for a copy of the ambulance report.
B) query the physician to ask that they amend the record so it documents the place of occurrence.
C) use the code for unknown place of occurrence.
D) omit the code.
Answer: D
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