Medical Coding Practice Test

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How are cross-referenced terms denoted in ICD-9-CM coding?

Italicized in the text

Highlighted in bold

Underlined for emphasis

Marked with "see also" or "see"

In ICD-9-CM coding, cross-referenced terms are denoted by being marked with "see also" or "see." This is done to guide coders to related terms or conditions that may need to be considered when assigning codes. This format helps coders navigate the classification system efficiently and accurately link the diagnosis codes to the appropriate conditions or terms.

The other options (italicized in the text, highlighted in bold, underlined for emphasis) are not how cross-referenced terms are typically denoted in ICD-9-CM coding. The correct method is explicitly marking them with "see also" or "see" to direct coders to related terms within the coding system.

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