The second step in locating an ICD-10 code is to:
A. locate the term in the alphabetic index.
B. verify the term in the tabular listing.
C. read all relevant notations that appear in the alphabetic index.
D. read all relevant notations that appear in the tabular listing.
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Q. 2) The value of a coding system with the capability to easily expand and add new codes is that the codes:
A. will reflect advances in medicine and technology.
B. will allow for billing higher charges.
C. can be done by employees with less training.
D. have more flexibility for physicians who want to describe conditions differently.
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Q. 3) Which character(s) in an ICD-10 code may be alpha or numeric?
A. 1
B. 1 through 3
C. 7
D. 4 through 7
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Q. 4) ICD-10 codes encompass location, as in right side, left side, or bilateral (both sides), a new feature referred to as:
A. generality.
B. specificity.
C. laterality.
D. directionality.
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Q. 5) In ICD-10, the notation Excludes 2 means that the code excluded:
A. may be reported with the listed code as a second condition.
B. should never be used with the listed code.
C. is rarely used with the listed code.
D. is always used with the listed code.
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Q. 6) Why is it important to examine any modifiers that appear in parentheses next to the main term listed in Volume 2?
What will be an ideal response?
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Q. 7) Explain when E codes are used.
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Q. 8) When is a V code used?
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Q. 9) Describe the process of locating an ICD-10-CM code.
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Q. 10) Name the four major attributes that were part of the goals for the ICD-10-PCS procedural coding system.
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