For the abbreviation NEC (not elsewhere classifiable)in the Index,the coder is directed to:
A) the "other specified" code in the Tabular.
B) a combination code in the Tabular.
C) an appendix listing "other specified" codes.
D) a table listing anatomic sites.

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According to the coding guidelines, when the term "not elsewhere classifiable" is encountered in the Index, the coder should look for the "other specified" code in the Tabular List. In this case, the abbreviation NEC stands for "not elsewhere classifiable," so the coder should look for the code listed under "other specified" in the Tabular List. Therefore, choice A is the best option.

For the Abbreviation NEC (Not Elsewhere Classifiable)in the Index,the Coder