Using an ICD-9-CM code book, select the appropriate code(s) for the diagnostic statements given in the following questions

An increase in muscle tone and stretch reflex due to a central nervous system lesion is termed

A) spasticity B) spasm C) contracture D) cramp

Examples provided in conjunction with the diagnosis are meant to:

a. guide the biller to the accurate diagnosis. b. confirm the exclusions to the diagnosis. c. explain nuances to coding the diagnosis. d. None of the above