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  Chapter   3 - Radiology
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  Chapter   5 - Integumentary System
  Chapter   6 - Cardiovascular System
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  Chapter   8 - Musculoskeletal System
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  Chapter 10 - Male Genital System and Endocrine System
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Integumentary System continued...

Just because the op-notes states something under the operation heading does not mean it has documentation in the body of the note to support it. Be sure to read the op-notes from top to bottom before selecting a code or codes. Click HERE for some interesting facts relating to the integumentary system.

I hope you have enjoyed this coverage of techniques and description of the integumentary system. Read and complete material on pages 224-281 of the textbook.

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