In order to correctly code a disease or diagnosis you must first look in the __________ Index and then confirm in the __________ List.
A) ALPHABETIC; TABULAR
B) Neoplasm table; ALPHABETIC
C) Index to external causes; TABULAR
D) TABULAR; ALPHABETIC

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The correct process for coding a disease or diagnosis involves first looking in the Alphabetic Index to find the appropriate code, and then confirming that code in the Tabular List to ensure accuracy and completeness.

In Order to Correctly Code a Disease or Diagnosis You