Write an explanation of the differences between CPT and ICD. Add an explanation of how CPT and ICD-10 codes (Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Diseases (ICD) are used to drive reimbursement and patient/disease monitoring was accurate and thorough.

Appropriate medical coding

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The explanation of the differences between CPT and ICD-10 codes was accurate and thorough. The explanation of how CPT and ICD-10 codes (Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Diseases (ICD) are used to drive reimbursement and patient/disease monitoring was accurate and thorough.

The explanation for the selected ICD10 and E&M codes used

1. ICD-10 code: M25.561-Right knee pain (this was selected because the patient reported swelling and pain on the right knee)
2. ICD-10 code: L20- Atopic dermatitis (eczema) (this was selected because the patient reported eczema flares with itching symptoms)