In an inpatient setting, the diagnosis code(s) reported must support the ________ for the patient to require acute care in a hospital setting.

A. nonessential modifiers
B. classification systems
C. external cause
D. medical necessity


Answer: D

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What will be an ideal response?

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The ____________________ muscle elevates the tongue tip

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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