When reporting preoperative evaluations,
A) only the condition requiring the surgery is reported.
B) the condition requiring the surgery is reported as the primary diagnosis followed by a code from subcategory code Z01.80.
C) a code from subcategory code Z01.80 only is reported.
D) a code from subcategory code Z01.80 is reported as the primary diagnosis followed by a code describing the condition which required the surgery.

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The preoperative evaluation should include reporting a code from subcategory code Z01.80 as the primary diagnosis followed by a code describing the condition that requires the surgery. This accurately reflects the reason for the preoperative evaluation and ensures proper reimbursement.

When Reporting Preoperative Evaluations