When coding hernia repair, the coder must ask himself/herself several questions. All of the following are necessary questions regarding hernia repair except:

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The question about whether the hernia was acute or chronic is not typically a necessary distinction for coding hernia repair. The coding often focuses on factors such as the reducibility, incarceration, or strangulation of the hernia, the type of hernia, and the patient's age, which can influence the complexity of the procedure and the coding.

When Coding Hernia Repair, the Coder Must Ask Himself/herself Several