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Infectious mononucleosis  MG

If the provider documents a “borderline” diagnosis at the time of discharge, the diagnosis is coded as ______  

ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS, when compared to ICD-9-CM, has additional information relevant to: Choose all that apply.  

Tabular List is a structured list of codes divided into chapters based on body system or condition.  

Coders have to query providers for more specific information when it is missing as it has an impact on code selection.  

What is the appropriate code for a patient who has a  “do not resuscitate (DNR)”   

The red box found in the Tabular List next to a category, sub-category, and provides a clue forthe number of characters required to arrive at a valid code. MG

For reporting purposes only codes are permissible, not categories or subcategories, and any applicable 7th character is required. MG

Bone marrow donor is found referencing what main term?  

The guidelines for COVID-19 are found in which chapter number in your ICD-10-CM