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karen

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Follow-up codes are used in conjunction with history codes. Which code is sequenced first?
 A) the history code
  B) the follow-up code
  C) the original condition
  D) Either the history or follow-up code. Each facility should establish a policy.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of parentheses in the ICD-9-CM?
 A) They are used only in the Alphabetic Index.
  B) They are used only in the Tabular List.
  C) The additional information contained within the parentheses does affect code assignment.
  D) The additional information contained with the parentheses does not affect code assignment.



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ankilker

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D




karen

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Wow, this really help

 

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