Master lists are a good way to keep track of filing alphanumeric codes, but the lists must be:

Coders must take care when assigning codes and sequencing the codes for malignant neoplasms of the liver because:

a. primary liver cancer is rare. b. the liver is a common site for metastasis because it filters the blood and malignancies can spread through the blood. c. both a and b. d. neither a nor b.

_________________________ are guidance documents published by Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) that include information on codes that indicate medical necessity of services. These policies apply to services covered under Medicare in the region served by the contractor.?

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