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When coding in operative report what action would NOT be recommended? - ANSWER Coding from the header with out reading the body of the report If an NCD doesn't exist for a particular service/procedure performed on a Medicare patient who determines coverage? - ANSWER Medicare administrative contractor (MAC) MAC stands for what!? - ANSWER Medicare administrative contractor What is the definition of coding? - ANSWER Translating documentation into numerical/alphabetical codes used to obtai...