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Q&A: A resident fell and was transported to the acute hospital for evaluation. X-rays were completed and the resident was admitted to the hospital for a fracture. Do we code the injury from the fall on the Discharge assessment or when the resident returns on the Significant Change in Status Assessment?

Question: A resident fell and was transported to the acute hospital for evaluation. X-rays were completed and the resident was admitted to the hospital for a fracture. Do we code the injury from the fall...

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