The "extra" codes in ICD-9 that tell the third-party payer how an illness or injury came about are known as ____.
A) Dx codes
B) V codes
C) E codes
D) E/M codes
E) DRG codes

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E codes in ICD-9 are used to classify external causes of injuries and illnesses, such as how an injury occurred, the intent (accidental or intentional), and the place where the event happened.

The "Extra" Codes in ICD-9 That Tell the Third-Party Payer