The ICD-10-CM Table of Neoplasms is indexed according to anatomic site and contains four cellular classifications, organized in columns: malignant, benign, uncertain behavior, and unspecified nature. Which column classifies a neoplasm for which it is not possible to predict subsequent morphology or behavior from the submitted specimen?
a. malignant
b. benign
c. uncertain behavior
d. unspecified nature
c
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A) Shotgun wound to the lung B) Gunshot wound to the spleen C) Stab wound to the liver D) Gunshot wound to the stomach
To determine a diagnosis code for a benign tumor, the medical assistant will use all of these, EXCEPT ________.
A. Table of Drugs and Chemicals B. Index (Main Term) C. Index of External Causes D. Table of Neoplasms
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false