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Z codes that may only be principal/first-listed diagnosis

March 25, 2024 / By Courtney Crozier, RHIA, CCS

Whether you’re a seasoned coder or new to the industry, learning the coding guidelines and staying up to date with annual changes takes time and dedication. Each year presents new […]

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What to choose for the principal diagnosis (Is there a choice?)

June 26, 2020 / By Audrey Howard, RHIA

In my opinion, one of the hardest aspects of coding is selecting the principal diagnosis. It is not simply assigning a code to a documented diagnosis. It takes critical thinking […]