Question

question 1 (10 points)
the icd-10-cm coding manual has an alphabetic index and a tabular list of
diseases and injuries. in your own words, briefly describe the purpose and function
of both the index and the tabular list as described in your assigned reading this week.

Explanation:

The Alphabetic Index is a search tool that maps descriptive terms (e.g., symptoms, conditions) to initial ICD-10-CM code candidates. The Tabular List is the official, structured code set where users verify code accuracy, check for laterality/severity modifiers, and ensure compliance with coding guidelines.

Answer:

The Alphabetic Index helps locate potential codes using terms like disease names, while the Tabular List provides detailed code validation and specificity.