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Identify a root operative term (from the Medical and Surgical Section). Create and elaborate a scenario using it, and include the ICD-10-PCS code used to report that procedure.



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Final answer:

The scenario involves a patient undergoing an appendectomy procedure for appendicitis.


Explanation:

Root operative term: Appendectomy

Scenario: A patient presents with severe abdominal pain and a diagnosis of appendicitis is made. The surgeon performs an appendectomy to remove the inflamed appendix, preventing it from rupturing and causing a life-threatening infection.

ICD-10-PCS code: 0DTJ4ZZ


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