Multiple Choice
A patient is sent to the radiology department with an indication of abdominal pain. A KUB is ordered. The coder inputs data that is then transferred to line 21 of the CMS-1500 form, showing ICD-10-CM code R10.11, and line 24 field C showing CPT 74018. Which of the following has the coder demonstrated?
A) None of these
B) Medical necessity and linkage
C) Medical necessity
D) Linkage
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