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Which term in ICD-9-CM directs the coder to look up a different term?

  1. "See also"

  2. "Includes notes"

  3. Cross-referenced terms

  4. "Excludes notes"

The correct answer is: "See also"

In ICD-9-CM, the term "See also" directs the coder to look up a different term. This is because the "See also" notation indicates that there is another more appropriate term to be referenced in order to find the correct code for a specific condition or procedure. This helps ensure accurate coding by guiding the coder to the most relevant term or code. The other options: - "Includes notes" refer to additional terms or conditions that are included in the code selection. - Cross-referenced terms may provide related terms for further exploration but do not necessarily direct the coder to look up a different term. - "Excludes notes" indicates terms that should not be coded together but does not necessarily guide the coder to search for a different term.

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