Question

This code indicates breast reconstruction following mastectomy.

a.) V45.71
b.) 756.6
c.) V43.82
d.) E870.0

Answer 1

The correct answer is c.) V43.82. V43.82 is the ICD-10 code used to indicate breast reconstruction following mastectomy.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is c.) V43.82. V43.82 is the ICD-10 code used to indicate breast reconstruction following mastectomy. ICD-10 codes are a set of alphanumeric codes used to classify and code diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures in medical records. V45.71 is the code for acquired absence of breast, 756.6 is the code for polydactyly (extra fingers or toes), and E870.0 is the code for accidental cut or puncture during a medical procedure.