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Which statement accurately describes the coding of HIV cases according to the hospital inpatient guideline Section II, H?
Which statement accurately describes the coding of HIV cases according to the hospital inpatient guideline Section II, H?
- Only cases with HIV-related illness can be coded as confirmed.
- The provider's diagnostic statement that the patient is HIV positive is sufficient for confirmation. (correct)
- Confirmation of HIV infection/illness is not required for coding purposes.
- Documentation of positive serology or culture for HIV is required for confirmation.
What is the exception to the hospital inpatient guideline Section II, H in terms of coding HIV cases?
What is the exception to the hospital inpatient guideline Section II, H in terms of coding HIV cases?
- The provider's diagnostic statement is not sufficient for confirmation.
- Positive serology or culture for HIV is required for confirmation.
- Confirmation of HIV infection/illness is not required. (correct)
- Documentation of HIV-related illness is necessary.
What does the term 'confirmation' mean in the context of coding HIV cases?
What does the term 'confirmation' mean in the context of coding HIV cases?
- Documentation of HIV-related illness.
- The provider's diagnostic statement. (correct)
- Cases with HIV-related illness only.
- Positive serology or culture for HIV.
