The Second Character of an ICD-10-PCS Code Indicates Which of the Following

question 13

Multiple Choice

The second character of an ICD-10-PCS code indicates which of the following?

• A) The procedure was on the upper arm.
• B) An endoscopy device was used.
• C) The procedure was performed on the gastrointestinal body system.
• D) The approach was through the natural opening.

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Definitions:

Perfect Competition

A market structure characterized by an infinite number of small suppliers and buyers, leading to price-taking behavior.

Monopolists

Firms or individuals that are the sole providers of a particular product or service in a market, giving them the power to set prices without competition.

Profitable

The ability of a business or activity to generate earnings that exceed its expenses and costs.

Suppliers Concentrated

A market condition where a small number of suppliers provide a large portion of a particular product or service, which can lead to less competition and higher prices.