The ICD-10-CM Table of Neoplasms Is Indexed According to Anatomic

question 46

Multiple Choice

The ICD-10-CM Table of Neoplasms is indexed according to anatomic site and contains four cellular classifications, organized in columns: malignant, benign, uncertain behavior, and unspecified nature. Which column classifies the identification of a neoplasm, but for which no further indication of the histology or nature of the tumor is reflected in the documented diagnosis?

• A) malignant
• B) benign
• C) uncertain behavior
• D) unspecified nature

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