Question

8. An Encoder is a certified professional that can assist the coder in assigning the correct ICD-10-CM code

True

False

9. Which coding guideline is different for outpatient services than inpatient services?

A.	Reporting of possible or probable conditions
B.	Reporting of codes to their highest level of specificity
C.	Reporting of External Cause codes
D.	“Code also” notes apply only to outpatient services

10. The chief is part of the review of systems.

True

False

11. In the following scenario, identify the present on admission (POA) status for the diagnosis of postoperative wound infection. A patient was admitted for open reduction and internal fixation of a femur fracture. The patient developed a post-op wound infection.

A.	Y
B.	N
C.	W
D.	E

Answer 1

8. An Encoder is a certified professional that can assist the coder in assigning the correct ICD-10-CM code.

True

9. Which coding guideline is different for outpatient services than inpatient services?

D. “Code also” notes apply only to outpatient services

Discription:-

Outpatient coders are responsible for assigning medical codes for patients who have not been admitted to a hospital. They have been seen on an outpatient basis. Since many procedures that were once inpatient are now outpatient, more coding opportunities are available to outpatient coders.

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