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When coding for burns, the coder must know the ____ of the burn, the total body surface burned, and the cause of the burn.
 A) shape
  B) depth
  C) degree
  D) color

Question 2

A physician performs a breast biopsy for a suspicious lump. The results of this biopsy will determine if the surgeon will progress with further resection or conclude the procedure. The physician awaits the intraoperative results before proceeding. What modifier is assigned to the biopsy code?
 A) -59
  B) -57
  C) -52
  D) -58



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D



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