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burton19126

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on: Jun 27, 2018
When abstracting for PCS, identifying the correct Root Operation involves reading the operative report and interpreting it in the light of:
 
  A) medical terminology used.
  B) Root Operation definitions.
  C) the surgeon's documentation.
  D) functional procedural objectives.

Question 2

What does Character 7 specify in the code for a coronary artery bypass?
 
  A) number of coronary artery sites
  B) vessel bypassed from
  C) number of coronary artery vessels
  D) site bypassed to


Briannahope

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

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


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