Which of the Following Is a True Statement About ICD-10-CM/PCS

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement about ICD-10-CM/PCS?

• A) It will only be used in physicians' office settings.
• B) Current coders will need to relearn how to code.
• C) Healthcare facilities will have the choice to either continue to use ICD-9-CM or convert to ICD-10-PCS.
• D) The adoption of ICD-10-CM/PCS was endorsed by the American Medical Association in 1990.

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Definitions:

Tight Cultures

Societies or organizations that have strict norms and a low tolerance for deviant behavior, leading to more uniformity in social conduct.

Uncertainty Avoidance

The degree to which a society tolerates risk and uncertainty.

Individualism

A theory in society that prioritizes individual freedom over the control of groups or the government.

Cultural Tightness

Describes the degree to which a culture holds tight norms and a low tolerance for deviant behavior, affecting how flexible or strict societal norms are.