TMary's encounter code assignment is Z10.0, Z80.0, 77055. Option C is the right choice.
Z10.0 is the primary diagnosis because Mary's visit is for a routine mammogram, not due to any specific illness or symptoms.
Z80.0 is used as a secondary diagnosis to indicate her mother's history of breast cancer, which is a risk factor for Mary.
77055 is the appropriate code for the mammogram procedure, which is being used as a screening tool.
Primary diagnosis: Z10.0 - Encounter for general medical examination.
Secondary diagnosis: Z80.0 - Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast.
Procedure: 77055 - Mammography, bilateral, screening.
Option C is the right choice.
Question:-
Mary Matthews is concerned about her breast cancer risk because her mother passed away as a result of breast cancer five years ago. She presented to the office today for a routine mammogram to screen for breast cancer. What is the correct code assignment?
A. Z10.0
B. Z80.0
D. 77055
C. Both Options are correct