What is the correct code for stricture of the esophagus?

A. K22.10
B. K22.1
C. K22.0
D. K22.2


Answer: D

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A pediatric nurse is helping a new mother calculate how much formula to buy for her infant. The infant drinks 6 ounces of formula every 4 hours day and night. The formula is in 1-quart cans. How many cans will the mother need for 8 days? (Hint: 1 quart equals 32 ounces.)

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Using an ICD-9-CM code book, select the appropriate code(s) for the diagnostic statements given in the following questions

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When POA is assigned  to a diagnosis code, when is "W" assigned?

What will be an ideal response?

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