According to the Notes Preceding the Category III Codes in the CPT

question 34

Multiple Choice

According to the notes preceding the Category III codes in the CPT manual, the digits of the Category III codes are not intended to reflect the placement of the code in the Category I section of the CPT:

• A)heading
• B)subsection
• C)nomenclature
• D)category

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Definitions:

Obesity

A medical condition involving excess body fat that increases the risk of health problems.

Slow Metabolism

A term describing a lower than average rate at which the body converts calories to energy, affecting weight and energy levels.

Income Inequality

The uneven distribution of income within a population, leading to a significant disparity between the wealthy and the poor.

Decreased

A reduction in size, amount, extent, or intensity.