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geoffrey

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The assignment of codes to conditions and diseases that are not specifically documented by the physician is called __________.
 a. assumption coding
 b. DRG creep
 c. optimizing reimbursement
  d. reconciling remits

Question 2

For the most accurate assignment of ICD-10-CM codes, coders review __________ to locate conditions and diseases.
 a. chargemasters
 b. encounter forms
  c. patient records
 d. UB-04 claims



CourtneyCNorton

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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

c



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