When a Specific Code Is Not Available for a Condition

question 50

Short Answer

When a specific code is not available for a condition the Tabular List includes an NEC entry under a code to identify the code as the "________" code.

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Definitions:

Ancestors

Predecessors from whom a person or animal is descended, often considered in the context of evolution, genealogy, or cultural heritage.

Hindlimbs

The rear limbs or legs of an animal, often used for propulsion in terrestrial species.

Evidence

Information or facts that are used to support a conclusion or hypothesis.

Epidemiology

The study of how diseases spread and can be controlled in populations, focusing on patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions.