Which of the following seventh characters is used to show that the injury being coded is for a late effect?
A) A
B) D
C) S
D) X

Name: Which of the following seventh characters is used to show that the injury being coded is for a late effect? A) A B) D C) S D) X
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The seventh character "S" is used in certain coding systems, like the ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification), to indicate a sequela or late effect of an injury.

Which of the Following Seventh Characters Is Used to Show