What is the final step in diagnosis coding when there is more than one diagnosis code?

A) assign the correct number of digits
B) review the instructional notes
C) sequence the codes in the correct order
D) verify the codes in the tabular list

Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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