Many ICD-10-CM codes require an additional character called a(n) ____ to provide additional information about the patient's condition.

A. modifier
B. 5th digit
C. extension
D. placeholder


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following BEST defines the "expanded problem-focused general multisystem physical examination"?

A. Documentation of a limited examination of the affected body area or organ system B. Documentation of between two and four areas/systems C. Documentation of one or more area/system D. Documentation of at least six elements identified by a bullet in the examined area/systems

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Pathological gambling: ________

Fill in the blank with correct ICD-10.

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Op-site, collodion, adhesive gels, and Steri-strips are examples of which type of surgical dressing?

a. one-layer b. pressure c. rigid d. three-layer

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