Biopsy procedures are coded using the root operations excision, extraction, or drainage with the qualifier of (the answer should be a word) (the letter used is an X).

What rules identify when multiple codes should or should not occur, such as in the case where certain signs and symptoms are integral to a condition?

Which PCS character defines the objective of the procedure being performed?

Aarskog’s syndrome

Each PCS code is defined by the first three characters of the PCS code.

inguinal adenopathy

ICD-10-CM stands for International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification; and consists of diagnosis codes.

Sprengel’s deformity

A “Code Also” note indicates which one of the following? 

A significant procedure has all of the following except _________.