List four of the eight PCS Manual Appendixes, and give a brief explanation for each

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Answer:
? Body Part Key – This key is used to identify what Body Part value corresponds to a specific anatomic site, such muscles and nerves.
? Character Meanings – This appendix assists the coder in interpreting the meaning of codes that are already assigned.
? Comparison of Medical and Surgical Root Operations – This appendix helps the coder understand and select the appropriate Root Operation for the procedure they are coding.
? Components of the Medical and Surgical Approach Definitions – Describes the official definition of surgical approaches.
? Device Aggregation Table – This index allows the coder to identify the appropriate operations, body system, and PCS device value for each class of devices.
? Device Key – Identifies what Device value to assign to a specific product.
? Root Operation Definitions – Determine the official definition of each Root Operation.
? Type and Type Qualifier Definitions Sections B-H – Identifies the official definition for each Type and Type Qualifier.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Tickler files should be checked once a month.  2. Cross-referencing means a file could logically be filed in two or more places, with each place noted in each file.  3. A medical assistant may need to take original patient medical records home to keep them updated.  4. A good filing system completely eliminates any chance of misplacing or losing a patient medical record.  5. A misplaced file is considered lost after 24 to 48 hours. 

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