Asked by fatahia nasrin on Jun 15, 2024
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Which of these codes has the greatest level of specificity?
A) H62
B) H62.8
C) H62.8X
D) H62.8X1
Level Of Specificity
The degree of particularity or detail provided about a subject, often referring to diagnostic criteria or descriptions.
H62
Codes for diseases of the ear and mastoid process, specifically the external ear, in the ICD-10 medical classification.
H62.8
Other specified disorders of external ear, a classification in medical coding for non-common ear conditions.
- Recognize the importance of employing coding at the utmost level of specificity for precise documentation.
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Paulina VasquezJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Code H62.8X1 has the greatest level of specificity as it includes the base code H62.8 (Other specified disorders of the external ear) with an extension of X1, indicating a specific laterality (right ear).
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the importance of employing coding at the utmost level of specificity for precise documentation.