Coding is the assignment of codes to diagnoses, services, and procedures based on __________
a. federal government regulations
b. health information management
c. patient record documentation
d. third-party payer requirements
c
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a. 8 hr b. 24 hr c. 48 hr d. 5 days
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The myocardium:
A) is a double-walled sac that is filled with fluid. B) is the smooth inner layer that reduces friction as the blood flows through the heart. C) contracts to pump blood. D) none of the above.
In cases where a physician states that a patient has heart failure due to hypertension, you will need to:
A. use the appropriate fifth character. B. use the appropriate fourth character. C. use additional code to specify the type of heart failure from category I50.-. D. use the appropriate fourth character and Use additional code to specify the type of heart failure from category I50.-.