Know when to assign diagnosis codes for chronic conditions. While assigning diagnosis codes for chronic conditions may seem straightforward, some confusion remains regarding which conditions should be coded in the outpatient setting. Medical coders are responsible for assigning ICD-10-CM codes for all diagnoses made by a healthcare professional that affect the patient’s care. These codes […]
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