upcode
upcode · upcodes · upcoded · upcoding
To change the diagnostic code of a patient's condition from the correct code to one…To change the diagnostic code of a patient's condition from the correct code to one for which a larger amount can be billed.
/ʌpˈkəʊd/
Meaning
2 senses(US)To change the diagnostic code of a patient's condition from the correct code to one for which a larger amount can be billed.
To give an improved code or rating to something.
Origin
From up- + code.From up- + code.
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Forms
upcodes, upcoding, upcoded, upcodedLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle