Which of the following statements is true when coding UTIs?
A) A coder will use one code that identifies both the location and organism causing the infection.
B) A coder will code the UTI and then use an additional code to code the causative organism, if known.
C) A coder only needs to report the code for the UTI even if the causative organism is known.
D) A coder only needs to report the causative organism if it is known.

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A coder will first code the UTI and then use an additional code to identify the causative organism, if known. This is because the organism causing the UTI is an essential component of the diagnosis and treatment plan. Therefore, both codes are necessary for accurate reporting.

Which of the Following Statements Is True When Coding UTIs