Question

multiple choice question

the ______ code may be followed by the instruction \use an additional code\ or a note saying the same thing.

• category
• additional
• etiology
• manifestation

Explanation:

Analyze the coding convention

Using the Etiology Manifestation Convention and ICD-10 Instructional Notes knowledge points

• In ICD-10-CM coding, certain conditions have both an underlying etiology (cause) and multiple body system manifestations due to that cause.
• The coding convention requires the underlying condition (etiology) to be sequenced first, followed by the manifestation code.
• To guide coders, the etiology code is accompanied by an instructional note such as "Use additional code" to identify the manifestation.
• Conversely, the manifestation code is accompanied by an instructional note such as "Code first" to identify the underlying etiology.
• Therefore, the blank in the sentence "The ________ code may be followed by the instruction 'use an additional code'..." is correctly filled by "etiology".

Answer:

• category
• additional
• etiology (Correct answer)
• manifestation