A diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder now includes several conditions that used to be diagnosed separately: autistic disorder, pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified, and Asperger’s syndrome.
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Navigating diagnosis coding for Asperger’s syndrome
Source: JustCoding
A diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder now includes several conditions that used to be diagnosed separately: autistic disorder, pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified, and Asperger’s syndrome. Peggy Blue, MPH, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, CEMC, reviews these terms to aid in accurate coding.
Chargemaster 'unreliable': Top Texas court orders hospital to disclose reimbursement
Source: HealthLeaders Media
North Cypress Medical Center's latest appeal is rejected and the hospital must obey a trial court's order that provides details on its negotiated rates with payers as part of a civil suit.
 

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