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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.

Question 2

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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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: may be reported with the listed code as a second condition.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: It is important to review all listed modifiers to determine if they apply to any of the qualifying terms used in the physician's diagnostic statement.


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