ICD 10 ICD 4

Question 1

In the ICD-10-CM coding convention, what does the abbreviation 'NOS' mean?

Accepted Answer

Not otherwise specified

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None of the system

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Newly observed symptom

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Number of services

Question 2

What does the abbreviation 'NEC' indicate in ICD-10-CM?

Accepted Answer

Not elsewhere classifiable

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Never edit code

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New encounter code

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No existing condition

Question 3

An 'Excludes1' note in ICD-10-CM means what?

Accepted Answer

The excluded code should never be used with the code above it

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The two conditions can be coded together

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Only one character is excluded

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The code is obsolete

Question 4

An 'Excludes2' note in ICD-10-CM indicates what?

Accepted Answer

The condition is not part of the code but may be coded together if present

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The code is deleted

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Two codes must always be combined

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The diagnosis is excluded from billing

Question 5

In the Alphabetic Index, what do brackets [ ] around a code or term typically enclose?

Accepted Answer

Synonyms, alternative wording, or explanatory phrases

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Manufacturer notes

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Deleted codes

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Billing amounts

Question 6

The instructional note 'Code first' in ICD-10-CM directs the coder to do what?

Accepted Answer

Sequence the underlying condition before the manifestation

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Always use the first code in the chapter

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Code only the first encounter

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Bill the first provider

Question 7

What does a 'Use additional code' note instruct the coder to do?

Accepted Answer

Add a secondary code to fully describe the condition

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Replace the primary code

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Delete an existing code

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Use a placeholder X