Match the following with the correct term or definition.
-Once a code has been selected from the Alphabetic Index,it must be verified in this
A)Tabular List
B)See also
C)Subterms
D)Discharge summary
E)Coding Clinic
F)ER
G)Differential diagnosis
H)Chief complaint
I)The first basic step in coding the principal diagnosis
J)Nonessential modifiers

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The Tabular List is where the codes are organized in numerical order and include any necessary instructional notations to guide coders in selecting the most appropriate code for the specific diagnosis/procedure.

Answer: C
 Subterms are subcategories found under the main category in the Alphabetic Index that provide more specificity for selecting the most appropriate code.

Answer: E
 Coding Clinic is a quarterly publication by the American Hospital Association that provides official coding advice and guidance on difficult coding scenarios.

Answer: I
 The first basic step in coding the principal diagnosis is selecting the appropriate code from the Alphabetic Index, which may involve using subterms, and then verifying it in the Tabular List.

Answer: J
 Nonessential modifiers are words or phrases in a diagnosis statement that do not affect the selection of the code and can be ignored when coding.

Match the Following with the Correct Term or Definition