#1
Which section of the ICD-10-CM coding guidelines provides information on the structure and conventions of the classification?
Section II
ExplanationSection II provides this information.
#2
According to ICD-10-CM guidelines, what is the purpose of using 'code first' and 'use additional code' notations?
To provide sequencing instructions
ExplanationThese notations guide the sequencing of codes.
#3
In ICD-10-CM, what is the purpose of the external cause status codes?
To provide information on the intent of the external cause
ExplanationExternal cause status codes give intent information.
#4
According to ICD-10-CM guidelines, when is it appropriate to code a 'suspected' condition?
Only when the physician documents it
ExplanationCode 'suspected' conditions when documented by the physician.
#5
In ICD-10-CM, when is it appropriate to use an 'unspecified' code?
When the documentation doesn't provide more detail
ExplanationUse 'unspecified' codes when detail is lacking in documentation.
#6
In ICD-10-CM, what is the maximum number of characters used for an external cause code?
5
ExplanationExternal cause codes have a maximum length of 5 characters.
#7
According to ICD-10-CM guidelines, how should a coder report a patient's history of a previous condition that no longer exists?
Code the history code
ExplanationThe coder should code the history code for such cases.
#8
In ICD-10-CM, how should a coder report an encounter for a patient receiving chemotherapy for the management of an anemia associated with a malignancy?
Code for both the malignancy and anemia
ExplanationBoth conditions should be coded for such encounters.
#9
According to ICD-10-CM guidelines, when should the term 'with' be interpreted as a causal relationship?
Only in certain circumstances
ExplanationInterpret 'with' as causal only in specific circumstances.
#10
According to ICD-10-CM guidelines, how should a coder report a bilateral condition when there is no specific bilateral code?
Code the condition twice, once for each side
ExplanationReport bilateral conditions by coding twice.
#11
In ICD-10-CM, what does the term 'excludes 1' mean in relation to codes?
Codes listed under 'excludes 1' are never coded together
Explanation'Excludes 1' codes are never coded together.
#12
In ICD-10-CM, what is the primary purpose of the 'code also' notation?
To suggest an additional code
Explanation'Code also' suggests additional codes.
#13
What is the role of a placeholder 'x' in ICD-10-CM codes?
It signifies an unspecified code
ExplanationThe 'x' placeholder denotes an unspecified code.
#14
According to ICD-10-CM guidelines, when should an external cause code be used?
Only if required by the payer
ExplanationExternal cause codes should be used only when required by the payer.
#15
In ICD-10-CM, how should a coder report a patient's history of a resolved psychiatric condition?
Do not code it
ExplanationResolved psychiatric conditions should not be coded.
#16
According to ICD-10-CM guidelines, what is the purpose of the instructional note 'Code also'?
To suggest an additional code
Explanation'Code also' notes suggest additional codes.
#17
According to ICD-10-CM guidelines, when is it appropriate to use a placeholder 'x' in a code?
When the specific code is unknown or not available
ExplanationUse 'x' when the specific code is unknown.
#18
In ICD-10-CM, when should a coder use a combination code?
To report a primary condition and a related secondary condition
ExplanationCombination codes are for primary and related secondary conditions.
#19
In ICD-10-CM, what is the purpose of the 'code first' notation?
To provide sequencing instructions
Explanation'Code first' provides sequencing instructions.