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2. Review the patient's medical records thoroughly to identify all services rendered and diagnoses provided. Ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
3. Assign the appropriate medical codes to each documented service and diagnosis using the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code systems.
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