Refer to the ICD-10-CM Official Coding Guidelines I.C.21.c.5 which states: A ________ code may be a ________ code if the reason for the visit is specifically the screening exam.

A. first-listed, screening
B. screening, second-listed
C. screening, first-listed
D. test, first-listed

Answer: C

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