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strangeaffliction

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If all the tests in an organ or disease oriented panel are not done, the coder must unbundle the panel and only list codes for the procedures performed and documented.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

If only one code is listed in the index for a service or procedure, it is permissible to code from the index alone.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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bassamabas

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

False (Even only one code is listed in the index, the coder must refer to the main text of the CPT to ensure the code is accurate.)


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
:D TYSM

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Excellent

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