What Is the Correct External Cause Code for Contact with a Hot

question 18

Multiple Choice

What is the correct external cause code for contact with a hot saucepan, initial encounter?

• A) X15.0XXA
• B) X15.1XXA
• C) X15.2XXA
• D) X15.3XXA

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