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jenna1

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on: Jul 12, 2018
Since physicians and coders can use either the 1995 DG or 1997 DG for an encounter, they assign an E/M code based on:
 
  A) whichever criteria is most beneficial.
  B) a combination of the criteria.
  C) a standard DG for the practice.
  D) all of the above.

Question 2

What convention does boldface type in the ICD-9-CM index identify?
 
  A) code titles
  B) exclusions
  C) main terms
  D) modifiers


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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C


jenna1

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Reply 2 on: Jul 12, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

pratush dev

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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