In the outpatient setting,the term "____________" (reason for the encounter)is now used instead of the term "primary diagnosis" and takes precedence over the outpatient guidelines.
A) first-listed diagnosis
B) primary diagnosis
C) leading diagnosis
D) final diagnosis

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The term "first-listed diagnosis" is now used instead of "primary diagnosis" in the outpatient setting according to ICD-10-CM guidelines, and it takes precedence over other diagnoses. The term "leading diagnosis" is not commonly used in coding, and "final diagnosis" is not applicable because it is not used to code outpatient encounters.

In the Outpatient Setting,the Term "____________" (Reason for the Encounter)is