What Is the First Step in Looking Up an ICD-10-CM

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in looking up an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code?

• A) Look up the main term in the Alphabetic Index.
• B) Look up the main term in the Tabular List.
• C) Look up the code in the Alphabetic Index.
• D) Look up the code in the Tabular List.

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Definitions:

Sexuality

The character or quality of being sexual.

Sexual Behavior

Actions or practices related to the expression of sexuality and sexual activities between individuals.

Sexual Orientation

An individual's pattern of physical, romantic, and/or emotional attraction to the same and/or opposite gender.

Gender

The socially constructed roles, behaviors, expressions, and identities of girls, women, boys, men, and gender diverse people.