The best way to solve office arguments is to provide documentation, from a definitive, reliable source that validates the argument.  If they dont have it, there is no argument.

I follow the simple coding guidelines in the ICD-9-CM manual. I dont code suppose, probable or maybe.  The guidelines dont mention consistant with either, so, if it isnt documented, it doesnt exist. I only code what the doctor documents as the definitive diagnosis.   Any questions, i refer back to the doctor.


Last Edited By: Steve Verno Oct 12 10 6:34 AM. Edited 1 times.