What is/are the correct code(s) for a patient who has not been taking her insulin because she is unable to afford the medicine?
A) Z91.120
B) Z91.120, T38.3X6A
C) T38.3X6A, Z91.120
D) Z91.128

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T38.3X6A is the code for poisoning by insulin and its analogs, which may occur if the patient has not been taking her insulin as prescribed. The Z91.120 code indicates noncompliance with medication due to financial hardship. Therefore, both codes are necessary to accurately reflect the patient's situation.

What Is/are the Correct Code(s) for a Patient Who Has