What Is the Correct Code Assigned for a Patient with Nonobliterative

question 11

Multiple Choice

What is the correct code assigned for a patient with nonobliterative otosclerosis involving the oval window of the left ear?

• A) H80.12
• B) H80.21
• C) H80.02
• D) H80.23

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Defence Mechanisms

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