In the Index;the code listed next to the main term and represents the condition most commonly associated with the main term.

A) Default codes
B) Syndromes
C) Instructional Notes Used in the Tabular List
D) Code First/Use additional code
E) Code Also

Default Codes

Pre-determined codes used in various systems (such as medical billing) when specific details are not provided, to facilitate processing.

ICD-10-CM General Note

Supplementary information or guidelines provided within the ICD-10-CM coding system to assist in the proper application of the codes.

Main Term

The primary or most significant word or phrase used to describe the content or main subject of a document.