Which of the following is NOT true when using ICD-10-CM for coding newborn conditions?

a. Most codes for medical conditions of the newborn are indexed under the Main Term "newborn."
b. The subterm "affected by" means to report the code only when the newborn is specifically affected by a condition.
c. The subterm "maternal" describes the effect on the newborn of a condition the mother had during pregnancy.
d. Codes for outcome of delivery are used on the newborn record.


Answer: d

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