tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2000 Issue 9

Reader Question: Multiple Diagnoses and E Codes

Question: With multiple diagnoses and E codes, is the E code listed after the diagnosis it pertains to, or is it listed at the end of all the diagnosis codes on the HCFA-1500 claim form? Kathy JonesOroville, Calif.Answer: The most important coding rule to keep in mind when using E codes is that they can never be the primary or only diagnosis code for a service. E codes are used as descriptors for the primary diagnosis codes. They describe the type of accident, place of occurrence or cause of injury. E codes should be listed on the HCFA...

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