CHAPTER 13; DIAGNOSTIC CODING ESSENTIALS (EXAM REVIEW A+)

CHAPTER 13; DIAGNOSTIC CODING ESSENTIALS (EXAM REVIEW A+) Abstract - ANS-Collecting important information from the health record. Cataract - ANS-Progressive loss of transparency of the lens of the eye. Chronic - ANS-Developing slowly and lasting for a long time, generally 3 or more months. Contraindicate - ANS-To specify that an agent or procedure should not be used. Dementia - ANS-A mental disorder in which the individual experiences a progressive loss of memory, personality alterations, confusion, loss of touch with reality, and stupor (Seeming unawareness of, and disconnection with ones surroundings.) Diagnosis - ANS-Determining the cause of a condition, illness, disease, injury, or congenital defect. Diagnosis Statement - ANS-Information about a patients diagnosis or diagnoses that has been taken from the medical documentation. Encoder - ANS-Software that will apply diagnostic or procedure codes to medical conditions or procedures. Encounter Form - ANS-A document used to capture the services/procedures and diagnoses for a patient visit. The fees for the services/ procedures are usually included on the encounter form. Epidemiology - ANS-