When an established diagnosis has been determined, the coder must code
A) the established diagnosis and signs and symptoms.
B) the coexisting conditions only.
C) the established diagnosis.
D) the signs and symptoms only.

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When an established diagnosis has been determined, the coder should code the established diagnosis. Coding guidelines specify that signs and symptoms are not coded when they are integral to the disease process and a definitive diagnosis has been established.

When an Established Diagnosis Has Been Determined, the Coder Must