#1
Which of the following is not true about ICD-10-CM coding conventions?
Codes always have a decimal point.
ExplanationDecimal points are not always present in codes.
#2
What is the correct format of an ICD-10-CM code for a diagnosis?
Combination of letters and numbers
ExplanationICD-10-CM codes consist of alphanumeric characters.
#3
Which of the following is not a valid character for an ICD-10-CM code?
Special characters
ExplanationSpecial characters are not valid in ICD-10-CM codes.
#4
What does the abbreviation 'NEC' stand for in ICD-10-CM?
Not Elsewhere Classified
Explanation'NEC' signifies 'Not Elsewhere Classified'.
#5
Which of the following is true about the use of seventh characters in ICD-10-CM coding?
Seventh characters provide additional information about the encounter.
ExplanationSeventh characters offer further details regarding the encounter.
#6
What is the purpose of placeholder 'X' in ICD-10-CM coding?
To indicate that a more specific code is not available
ExplanationPlaceholder 'X' signifies lack of a more precise code.
#7
What does the 'code first' note indicate in ICD-10-CM?
The underlying condition should be coded first followed by the manifestation.
Explanation'Code first' instructs coding the underlying condition before its manifestation.
#8
What is the function of the placeholder 'Z' in ICD-10-CM coding?
To denote codes used for routine examinations and screening
ExplanationPlaceholder 'Z' is for indicating codes related to routine examinations and screening.
#9
Which of the following is true regarding the 'excludes 1' note in ICD-10-CM?
It indicates that conditions listed should not be coded together.
Explanation'Excludes 1' means the listed conditions should not be coded together.
#10
Which of the following is an example of an 'external cause' code in ICD-10-CM?
A poisoning code
ExplanationPoisoning codes are examples of 'external cause' codes.
#11
Which of the following is true regarding the 'excludes 2' note in ICD-10-CM?
It specifies that the conditions listed are similar but not the same.
Explanation'Excludes 2' indicates similar but not identical conditions.
#12
Which of the following is not true about 'laterality' in ICD-10-CM?
It is used for all conditions in ICD-10-CM.
Explanation'Laterality' is not applicable to all conditions in ICD-10-CM.