Case studies: Assigning the principal diagnosis
Briefings on Coding Compliance Strategies, September 1, 2010
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The following four case studies test your knowledge of correct principal diagnosis (PDX) assignment. These case studies were presented during HCPro’s audio conference “Principal Diagnosis Selection: Ensure MS-DRG Accuracy and Avoid Compliance Risk.” Visit www.hcmarketplace.com/prod-8554/Principal-Diagnosis-Selection-Ensure-MSDRG-Accuracy-and-Avoid-Compliance-Risk.html.
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