Question

General rules used in the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS classifications that are incorporated into instructional notes are called coding __________. Select one: a. conventions b. guidelines c. regulations and. statutes

Answer 1

a. conventions

Step-by-step explanation:

ICD-10-CM is the short hand for the for International Classification of Diseases. The 10 stands for Tenth Revision and CM stands for Clinical Modification.

ICD-10-CM uses certain codes to identify health problems and diseases.

ICD-10-PCS is the short hand for the International Classification of Diseases. The ten stands for Tenth Revision and PCS stands for Procedure Coding System.

ICD-10-PCS uses certain codes to identify operating procedures in order to treat illnesses.

They are both laid down by the World Health Organization