Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Practice Test

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Which diagnosis code reflects a diagnosis of osteopenia associated with wrist pain?

733.90
733.91
733.92
733.93

The correct answer is: 733.90

The code that accurately reflects a diagnosis of osteopenia associated with wrist pain is 733.91. This code specifically describes osteopenia of the wrist area, taking into account the condition's location and the associated symptom of pain. The other codes provide various classifications of osteopenia but do not designate the wrist as the affected area. For example, 733.90 is a general code for osteopenia without further specification of the location, while 733.92 and 733.93 represent osteopenia with more specific conditions that are not mentioned in your scenario about wrist pain. Therefore, selecting the correct code that precisely matches the diagnosis and symptom is crucial for accurate coding and billing practices.