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s.tung

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Using the ICD-9-CM code book, explain how code selection was made and select the appropriate code for the following:
  Patient presents today for insertion of an infusion pump to allow for easier access of his chemotherapy medication.

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Clubfoot, a congenital anomaly of the feet, also is known as __________.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Answer to Question 1

Code 86.06
Reference the main term Insertion, and then find the term pump, infusion and locate code 86.06. Verify the code in the Tabular List.

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