Coding
Abscess
An Abscess is a localized collection of pus caused by infection
Definition
An Abscess is a localized collection of pus caused by infection
Why it matters
Abscess is part of the Coding vocabulary used across home health operations, documentation, and revenue cycle. Understanding it helps clinicians, QA leads, and administrators stay aligned on care quality and compliance.
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