When documentation in the record is unclear whether or not the patient developed a new pressure ulcer while being treated for a healing/existing pressure ulcer, the coder should:
A) review the nursing documentation to find the information.
B) discuss the case with the wound care nurse.
C) query the provider.
D) none of the above.
C
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