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Ask a Rev Cycle Expert: Coding from Pathology Report?

Question:

Is it ok for a coder to pull the final pathological diagnosis from the pathology report?

Answer:

Yes, because pathologist is a physician who has provided a diagnosis after analyzing the patient’s tissue. Use of this diagnosis is appropriate.

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