Diagnostic Coding Using the ICD-9-CM Became Mandatory for __________ Claims

question 24

Short Answer

Diagnostic coding using the ICD-9-CM became mandatory for __________ claims as a result of the Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Act of 1988.

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Definitions:

Secondary Aging

The changes in physical and cognitive function that are due to illness, health habits, and other individual factors, rather than the aging process itself.

Intellectual Gains

Increases in mental capacity and understanding, often resulting from learning, experience, or education.

Middle Adulthood

A life stage typically occurring from ages 40 to 65, characterized by stability, maturity, and an increased focus on personal and professional achievement.

Menopause

A natural biological process in women that marks the end of menstruation and reproductive years, typically occurring in middle age.