Denise is being seen today because of blurry vision and pain in both eyes. The physician documents that diabetes has damaged the blood vessels in Denise's eyes, resulting in diabetic retinopathy. How will this diagnosis be coded?
A. Only the diabetes should be coded.
B. The diabetes is coded first, followed by the retinopathy.
C. The symptoms of blurry vision and pain should be coded.
D. The retinopathy is coded first, followed by the diabetes.
E. Only the retinopathy should be coded.
Answer: B
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