When a Seventh Character Is Used in an ICD-10 Code

question 22

Multiple Choice

When a seventh character is used in an ICD-10 code, to what does it usually refer?

• A) Specific bone
• B) Coexisting conditions
• C) Age of onset of the condition
• D) Initial or subsequent encounter

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Definitions:

Physicians

Medical professionals licensed to diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and other health conditions.

Health Care

The maintenance or improvement of health via the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, amelioration, or cure of disease, illness, injury, and other physical and mental impairments in people.

Government Funding

Government funding refers to financial support provided by a government for projects, services, or to assist sectors of the economy.

Pediatric Care

Comprehensive medical care and services provided to infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on their growth, development, and health issues.