What is the major difference between ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM?

What will be an ideal response?


ICD-10-CM codes are alphanumeric and have up to six characters. Also, each ICD-10-CM code begins with a letter that may be followed by up to five numbers.

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As a healthcare professional, your responsibilities to the profession itself are outlined in your profession's Standards of Care and Code of Ethics

a. True b. False

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Which of the following OTC drugs is used for hair replacement?

Riopan® Rogaine® Phazyme® Peroxyl®

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The diencephalon is a structure located between the cerebrum and the midbrain and includes the thalamus, hypothalamus, posterior pituitary gland, and ____________________.?

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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________ is an individual or organization that is not directly involved in an encounter but has a connection because of its obligation to pay, in full or part, for that encounter.

A. Preferred Provider Organization B. Electronic Media Claim C. Point-of-Service D. Third-party payer

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