When Assigning Codes from the ICD-10-CM Table of Drugs and Chemicals

question 21

Multiple Choice

When assigning codes from the ICD-10-CM Table of Drugs and Chemicals, codes from categories T36-T65 are sequenced first, followed by code(s) that specify the nature of the adverse effect, poisoning, or toxic effect. The exception to this rule is that __________ code(s) are sequenced after the condition treated.

• A) adverse effect
• B) poisoning
• C) toxic effect
• D) underdosing

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Definitions:

Imports

Goods or services brought into a country from abroad for sale.

European Union (EU)

A political and economic union of 27 member states that are located primarily in Europe, which operates through a system of supranational institutions and intergovernmental negotiated decisions by the member states.

Mandatory Vacation Time

A period designated by employers or regulatory bodies during which employees are required to take time off from work.

International Trade Deficit

A situation that occurs when a country imports more goods and services than it exports, leading to a negative balance of trade.