When submitting an insurance claim, which of the following International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (ICD-CM) codes should be placed on the form first?

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The principal diagnosis is the condition established after study to be chiefly responsible for occasioning the patient's visit to the hospital or doctor, and it should be placed first on an insurance claim form. This ensures that the claim is processed based on the primary reason for the healthcare encounter.

When Submitting an Insurance Claim, Which of the Following International