ICD-10-CM codes differ from ICD-9-CM codes because they
A) include E codes for external causes.
B) have more chapters and fewer characters.
C) are alphanumeric and have up to seven characters.
D) have fewer chapters but greater specificity.

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ICD-10-CM codes are alphanumeric and can have up to seven characters, offering greater detail and specificity compared to the numeric and shorter ICD-9-CM codes.

ICD-10-CM Codes Differ from ICD-9-CM Codes Because They