Asked by oniel tapper on Sep 23, 2024

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What is the correct code assigned for a patient with a urinary bladder stone?

A) N20.0
B) N21
C) N21.0
D) N21.1

Urinary Bladder Stone

A solid concretion that forms in the urinary bladder from the crystallization of minerals in urine.

  • Spot and detail the diagnostic codes and terminology concerning conditions of the urinary system.
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Rajat Sharma3 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The correct code assigned for a patient with a urinary bladder stone is N21.0. The code N20.0 is for a calculus in the kidney, N21 is a broader term for urinary tract infection, and N21.1 is for a calculus in the urethra. Only option C correctly identifies the specific location of the stone in the urinary bladder.