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When assigning codes from the ICD-10-CM Table of Drugs and Chemicals, codes from categories T36–T65 are sequenced first, followed by code(s) that specify the nature of the adverse effect, poisoning, or toxic effect. The exception to this rule is that __________ code(s) are sequenced after the condition treated.

Which of the following will ensure that coding staff assign accurate codes?

The ICD-10-CM Table of Neoplasms is indexed according to anatomic site and contains four cellular classifications, organized in columns: malignant, benign, uncertain behavior, and unspecified nature. Which column classifies the original cancerous tumor site?

Patient presented to the emergency department with chest pain. Diagnosis of myocardial infarction was ruled out. Patient was released for follow-up with primary care physician. Which ICD-10-CM code should be assigned?

Which term describes new growths or tumors, in which cell reproduction is out of control?

Fever of unknown etiology. Rule out tuberculosis. Which ICD-10-CM code is assigned for an inpatient admission?

The ICD-10-CM index typically uses a(n) __________ format for ease in reference.

Tobacco use is represented by which ICD-10-CM code?

Which is a condition that occurs as the result of another condition and for which the codes are always reported as secondary codes?

Which of the following criteria is used to determine medical necessity?