When coding it is not necessary to use both the alphabetic

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Question 1 : Fluid overload is a sign that is integral to congestive heart failure. It should not be coded separately.
True
False

Question 2 : A sore throat is considered a symptomless disease.
True
False

Question 3 : A common coding guideline includes both the alphabetic index and the tabular list when locating and assigning a code.
True
False

Question 4 : A departure from the previous 100 years of disease classification that uses 3-7 digit alphanumeric codes is called

ICD-11

ICD alphanumeric 6

ICD-10

ICD-9.20

Mortality classification

Question 5 : According to the CMS there are 3 main types of physical examinations that can be performed by your doctor.
True
False

Question 6 : Rules for diagnosis coding consist of:

conventions and general coding guidelines

selection of principal diagnosis for inpatients

reporting additional diagnoses for inpatients

reporting guidelines for outpatient services

all of the above

Question 7 : Supplementary V codes provide a way to identify how and where an injury or accident happened.
True
False

Question 8 : A doctor can make a diagnosis based on symptoms.
True
False

Question 9 : Sanitation and hygiene were the two greatest contributors to the spread of the Black Death.
True
False

Question 10 : Some of the information obtained during the physical exam is noted solely by observation.
True
False

Question 11 : The Bertillon classification was the first standard system implemented internationally.
True
False

Question 12 : In 1986 new codes were assigned for AIDS and HIV.
True
False

Question 13 : It is fine to use multiple codes even if a combination code describing all elements exists.
True
False

Question 14 : Z codes are used

to verify services

in situations where health services are utilized by a person who does not have an illness or injury

only when someone receives a vaccination

in situations where a person has a terminal illness

none of the above

Question 15 : The principal diagnosis:

is the chief reason for the admission of the hospital for care

refers to inpatients only

refers to outpatients only

1 and 2

none of the above

Question 16 : The first-listed diagnosis refers to the condition, problem, or reason for an outpatient visit/encounter that is shown to be chiefly responsible for provided services.
True
False

Question 17 : The rules for diagnosis coding in the US are developed and approved by the ________________ ____________ for ICD-9-CM.

Question 18 : Zedical coding can best be described as a two-step process.
True
False

Question 19 : William Farr is best known for inventing the Cullen disease classification.
True
False

Question 20 : When coding, it is not necessary to use both the alphabetic index and the tabular list when locating and assigning a code.
True
False