HIPAA requires that diagnoses and services be reported in a standard, consistent manner; this is accomplished by using uniform:

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HIPAA requires the use of standard code sets, such as ICD-10 for diagnosis codes and CPT/HCPCS for procedure codes, in order to ensure consistent reporting and reimbursement for healthcare services. While claim forms may also need to be standardized, this is not the primary focus of HIPAA's code set requirements. Descriptors and modifiers are not inherently standardized and can vary depending on the context in which they are used.

HIPAA Requires That Diagnoses and Services Be Reported in a Standard