Dr. Jones examined Kathy Simpson in the office for complaints of abdominal pain that has lasted for 48 hours. There is tenderness in the lower right quadrant. Dr. Jones ordered a CBC to determine whether she has an elevated WBC and an abdominal ultrasound to rule out appendicitis or colitis. What is the diagnosis that should be coded for this?
A) appendicitis
B) abdominal pain
C) elevated WBC
D) colitis
B
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