Coding
Laterality
Laterality indicates which side of the body is affected by a condition
Definition
Laterality indicates which side of the body is affected by a condition
Why it matters
Laterality 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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