Medical Coding Practice Test

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Which entity maintains and updates the procedure portion of ICD-9-CM?

AHA

AHIMA

CMS

The correct answer is C. CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) maintains and updates the procedure portion of ICD-9-CM. The American Hospital Association (AHA) and the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) are involved in healthcare but are not specifically responsible for maintaining and updating the procedure portion of ICD-9-CM. The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) provides resources and support for health information management professionals but does not maintain the procedure portion of ICD-9-CM.

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