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When coding a thyroidectomy, the coder must determine whether a(n) __________ was performed.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Linda Smith was admitted to the hospital because she is in a coma due to her diabetes. She is diagnosed with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes. Select the appropriate code(s).
 
  250.00 Diabetes. type 2 controlled
  250.3 Diabetes with other coma
  250.30 Diabetes with other coma, type 2
  250.32 Diabetes with other coma, type 2, uncontrolled
  780.01 Coma
 A) 250.00, 780.01
  B) 250.3, 780.01
  C) 250.32
  D) 780.01



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prumorgan

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Answer to Question 1

partial or complete thyroidectomy

Answer to Question 2

C




newbem

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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