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The following questions will require the use of the ICD-9-CM code book to select the proper answer.
 
  When a patient already has had one testis removed and is having the second removed at a separate operative session, what would the procedure code be?
 A) 62.41
  B) 62.42
  C) 62.3
  D) 62.2

Question 2

A common condition that affects men over 60 years old in which there is an abnormal enlargement of the prostate is known as __________.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

benign prostatic hypertrophy



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