Ellie was playing softball and was accidentally hit on the nose with a baseball bat. After examining her nose, the practitioner tells her that her nose is broken and orders a complete radiologic examination of the nasal bones. Where will the ICD-9 code for this radiologic examination be located?

A) 390-459
B) 460-519
C) 580-629
D) 760-779
E) 800-999

Radiologic Examination

A radiologic examination involves the use of imaging techniques such as X-rays, MRI, or CT scans to diagnose diseases and conditions inside the body.

Nasal Bones

A pair of small oblong bones that form the bridge of the nose and provide structure and support to the nasal cavity.

ICD-9

International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision; a system used to classify and code diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in conjunction with hospital care.