Question # 67

Progress notes state “COPD exacerbation with bronchitis.” Discharge summary lists only “COPD.” What should coder do?

Options:

A.

Code only COPD

B.

Code COPD with acute exacerbation

C.

Query provider for final confirmation

D.

Code chronic bronchitis separately

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