Which of the following is NOT true in relation to the terminology differences between ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS?
a. In ICD-10-CM/PCS, hemorrhage refers to ulcers.
b. Bleeding is used for gastritis in ICD-10-CM/PCS.
c. Bleeding and hemorrhage are used interchangeably in ICD-9-CM.
d. Bleeding in ICD-9-CM refers only to ulcers.
Answer: d
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