Which ICD-10 Convention Describes a Condition That Is Not Part

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which ICD-10 convention describes a condition that is not part of the condition represented by the code, but if the patient actually has both conditions, both may be coded?

• A) Includes
• B) Excludes1
• C) Excludes2
• D) Code Also
• E) See Also

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Definitions:

Boston Consulting Group

A global management consulting firm known for its expertise in business strategy, including the development of the growth-share matrix, which helps companies with portfolio management.

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Dogs

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