Medicare Compliance & Reimbursement - 2013 Issue 9
Glossary: Decode Small Intestine Resections With These Terms
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Article Overview
This article defines common operative and anatomic terms that may appear in documentation for small intestine resection procedures. It is intended for coding and clinical documentation audiences who need help interpreting surgeon language related to the small bowel, intestinal segments, resection, and reconstruction terminology.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding the terminology used in operative reports helps coders and other healthcare staff better interpret documentation related to small intestine procedures and anatomy.
What You Will Learn
- Common terms used in small intestine surgery documentation
- Basic anatomy of the small intestine and its segments
- Vocabulary related to resection, reattachment, and opening creation
- How operative language may refer to blockage or abnormal development in the small bowel
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Clinical documentation specialists
- Healthcare billing staff
- Surgical abstractors
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