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Old 05-29-2012, 12:25 PM
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The Dr stated that Pt is Allergic to Aspirin what is the correct V code for this diagnosis? Thanks
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Old 05-29-2012, 01:37 PM
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there is no V code for this as it is not a diagnosis or a symptom or a reason for treatment. If there is an allergic reaction then this is different.
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Old 05-29-2012, 01:38 PM
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How about V14.6 personal history of allergy to analgesic agent
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Old 05-29-2012, 02:33 PM
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