AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-9 - 2001 Fourth Quarter

Screening

In addition to the new and revised V codes described above, effective October 1, 2001, there is a change in the reporting of results for screening tests. Screening is the testing for disease or disease precursors in seemingly well individuals so that early detection and treatment can be provided for those who test positive for the disease. When a diagnostic test is ordered in the absence of signs, symptoms or other evidence of illness or injury (e.g., screening), the principal or first-listed diagnosis should be the reason for the test. Should a condition be discovered during the screening...

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