A coder is assigning the correct procedure code to describe a nephrectomy. Which of the following questions is not necessary to answer during the code selection process?
A) Did the procedure include a partial or total ureterectomy?
B) Was the procedure complicated due to hypertensive chronic kidney disease?
C) Was it an open or laparoscopic procedure?
D) Was there vena caval resection with reconstruction?
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