Which of the following services can code for suspected or unconfirmed conditions?
A. outpatient coding
B. inpatient coding
C. physician coding
D. home health coding
Answer: B
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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A. systemic condition. B. sequela diagnosis. C. principal diagnosis. D. differential diagnosis.
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A. accidents. B. cardiovascular disease. C. cancer. D. respiratory disease. E. drug overdose.