Follow these 3 tips for successful coding now – and later.
The term “abdominal pain” includes a myriad of diagnosis possibilities, so don’t just skim the surface and accept 789.00 (Abdominal pain; unspecified site). An “unspecified” diagnosis could equal no pay, so follow these tips for using more specific – and more successfully paid – diagnoses.
1. Establish the Exact Location
For ease of coding, the abdomen is divided into four areas, or quadrants, so it’s easier to pinpoint areas. Imagine [...]
