Asked by Audrey Sarver on Apr 23, 2024
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Elliot was diagnosed with gonococcal epididymitis. How is this coded?
A) A54.03
B) A54.23
C) A54.00
D) A54.9
Gonococcal Epididymitis
An infection of the epididymis caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
Coded
Translated into a systematic form that is often used for classification or secrecy.
- Gain an understanding of the diagnostic codes relating to a range of infections and conditions.
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GF
Grace FrauenheimMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Gonococcal epididymitis is coded as A54.23, which specifically refers to epididymitis caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the diagnostic codes relating to a range of infections and conditions.