In the outpatient setting, the term "first-listed" diagnosis is used in lieu of _____ diagnosis.
A) first-referenced
B) primary
C) principal
D) final

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In the outpatient setting, the term "first-listed" diagnosis is used instead of "principal" diagnosis, which is more commonly used in the inpatient setting to describe the main reason for the patient's admission to the hospital.

In the Outpatient Setting, the Term "First-Listed" Diagnosis Is Used