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for Enhancing Accuracy in Diagnosis and Coding Through Doctor-Coder Collaboration Within ACS Frameworks
ACS (Anemia)
Detailed Documentation for Anemia: for anemia, it is critical to document the type (e.g., iron-deficiency, megaloblastic, hemolytic), the severity, and any underlying causes (e.g., chronic disease, blood loss).
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Coders
Coders: Coders should ensure that the anemia type is specified and look for indications of any underlying causes or associated complications (e.g., bleeding, gastrointestinal issues) that would affect coding.
Doctors
Clearly document the type of anemia, its underlying cause, and whether the patient’s anemia is chronic or acute.
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