RE: skin ulcer

[Richardson, Christine]

On section M on the MDS it self it states a closed blister is stage 2.If the infection is also in the foot you can mark under infection of the foot CAR -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2003 10:11 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: skin ulcer I have question to the group. I am so confused on how to code this. Resident has cellulitis on her both lower extremities with blisters. How will i code this in M1 is it stage 2 then 0 to M2, right. NOTE: This e-mail message may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and exempt from disclosure. It is intended for use only by the person to whom it is addressed. If you have received this message in error, please do not forward or use this information in any way. Delete it immediately and contact the sender as soon as possible by the reply option or by telephone at the telephone number listed (if available). In the event you cannot fulfill your obligation or there has been any improper release of this information, please contact the Privacy Officer at Carondelet Health at (816) 943-4611.