Assignment
1. What similarities and differences exist between the classification of causes of death and the classification of diseases? Your response should be at least 75 words in length.
2. Describe the pros and cons of revising the coding system on a regular basis. Your response should be at least 75 words in length.
3. What is the difference between ICD-10 and ICD-9? Your response should be at least 75 words in length.
4. What is the primary purpose for the change of the ICD-10? Your response should be at least 75 words in length.
5. What is the ICD-10? Your response should be at least 75 words in length.
6. When it comes to coding, it is essential to use the index and the tabular list when you are locating the code. When using the index, it does not always show the full code. Based on what you have learned in this unit, why do you feel using the index and tabular list is important. Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
7. In diagnostic coding, if the condition has occurred, then that will be a confirmed diagnosis. If the condition did not occur, this would mean the condition is impending or suspected. Why is it important to know if the condition is confirmed or suspected? Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.