Carcinoma of the transverse colon

This 45-year-old male underwent colon resection for carcinoma of the transverse colon—the physician’s progress notes on postoperative day two state anemia. Hemoglobin and hematocrit levels dropped significantly after surgery, and a blood transfusion was ordered. Explain how is anemia coded?

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