When Coding the Removal of a Bandage from the Foot

question 15

Multiple Choice

When coding the removal of a bandage from the foot, the Index lists the first three characters of the code as ______.

• A) 2W0
• B) 2W3
• C) 2W5
• D) 2W6

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Definitions:

Surgical Birth

Also known as a cesarean section, it is the delivery of a baby through a surgical incision in the mother's abdomen and uterus.

Fetus

A fetus is a developing mammal or human from the completion of the embryonic stage to birth, characterized by rapid growth and the development of bodily structures.

Newborn Survival

The ability of a newborn child to live beyond the neonatal period, encompassing health, healthcare, and environmental factors.

Maturation

The process of becoming mature, involving growth and development physically, emotionally, and intellectually.