Identify the Characteristics That Are Consistent with the ICD-10 Coding

question 19

Multiple Choice

Identify the characteristics that are consistent with the ICD-10 coding system.

• A)Contains 3 to 5 characters; uses 2 to 5 numeric digits; identifies laterality of affected side.
• B)Contains 2 to 5 numeric digits; supports health exchange with other countries; digit 1 may be alpha or numeric.
• C)Contains 4 to 7 alphanumeric digits; is not flexible to accommodate new codes; has approximately 87,000 diagnostic codes.
• D)Contains 3 to 7 characters; digits 4 to 7 are alphanumeric; differentiates between the traumatic and nontraumatic injury; distinguishes dominant versus nondominant side.

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Definitions:

Performance Management

A systematic process by which an organization involves its employees in improving effectiveness towards the achievement of the company's goals and objectives.

Business Objectives

The specific goals that an organization strives to achieve over a set period, guiding its operations and strategic direction.

Performance Management Process

A continuous cycle of planning, monitoring, reviewing, and rewarding employee performance towards achieving organizational goals.

Performance Outcomes

The results or outputs of work performance, often measured against pre-established standards or objectives.