A Coder Finds Two Codes to Report a Service Provided;

Multiple Choice

A coder finds two codes to report a service provided; one code is in the Level I manual and one is in the Level II manual. The code descriptions are identical. What should the coder do?

A) use the Level II code unless otherwise indicated by the payer
B) use the Level I code unless otherwise indicated by the payer
C) use both codes to ensure proper reimbursement
D) set aside the patient's chart until further clarity can be provided