The first character of ICD-10-PCS codes identifies which of the following?
A. procedure section
B. objective of the procedure
C. body system
D. body part
Answer: A
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A) exudate B) transudate C) brawny edema D) fibrosis edema
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A. NEC B. NOS C. Includes D. Excludes
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The patient's _______ diagnosis code is entered in item 1 of CMS-1500 block 21, diagnosis or nature of illness or injury.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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