Which of the following is TRUE?
a. Coders can assign codes for documented symptoms to justify the provider's diagnosis.
b. Symptoms are always coded.
c. The physician's diagnosis stands on its own.
d. None of the above.
Answer: c
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A) Non-emergent transport to the hospital B) Place a warm pack to the bridge of the nose C) Attempt removal of the crayon with forceps D) Oxygen via a nonrebreather at 5 liters/minute
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.