Question

multiple choice question

a colon (:) indicates a(n) ________ term.

excludes
includes
incomplete
complete

Explanation:

Identify the punctuation rule

Using the ICD-10 Punctuation Rules knowledge point

In ICD-10-CM coding conventions, a colon (:) is used in the Tabular List after an incomplete term. The term needs one or more of the modifying glosses or subterms that follow it to make it assignable to a given category.

Answer:

• excludes
• includes
• incomplete (Correct answer)
• complete