The coder ________ report(s) a code directly from the Alphabetic Index without checking it in the Tabular List.

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It is never advisable for the coder to report a code directly from the Alphabetic Index without checking it in the Tabular List. This can result in coding errors and inaccuracies in the medical record. It is always important to verify code selection with the Tabular List to ensure accuracy and completeness.

The Coder ________ Report(s) a Code Directly from the Alphabetic