Multiple Choice
When the acute and chronic forms of a condition are present:
A) The chronic form of the condition only should be coded
B) Both the acute and chronic forms of the condition should be coded if separate subentries exist in the Alphabetic Index
C) A combination code must be used
D) The acute form of the condition only should be coded
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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