Compare and contrast the structural difference between ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM.

What will be an ideal response?


ICD-9-CM codes are numeric-three to five characters except for the V and E codes, which are alphanumeric. ICD-10-CM codes are three to six characters, they are alphanumeric.

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A) Puncture B) Incision C) Laceration D) Avulsion

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Explain the difference between the three variations of trigger point pressure release

What will be an ideal response?

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When using the ends towards the middle technique, you should begin working at the beginning of the channel, progress toward the middle, and then work from the end of the channel toward the middle

a. True b. False

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High-density lipoprotein is referred to as the "good cholesterol."

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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